Senior Data Engineer

Job description

Join Acropolium - Where People Matter, and Ideas Grow!

Acropolium is an international software development and tech consulting company with over 22 years of experience in delivering scalable, human-centric digital solutions. We partner with clients across 20+ industries - from bold startups to established unicorns - helping them grow, adapt, and thrive.

With ISO 9001 certification and 450+ successful applications behind us, we combine deep technical expertise with a people-first culture. Our core team is in it for the long run - over 60% have been with us for more than 10 years - and we’re growing fast.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join a long-term project.

You’ll work on designing and developing scalable data solutions using modern Databricks and Azure technologies, combining hands-on engineering with architectural responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

- Design and evolve scalable data architectures based on Data Lakehouse principles.

- Define technical solutions and architectural approaches for data processing, integration, and storage.

- Design, develop, and optimize data pipelines using Databricks, Apache Spark, and Python.

- Build and maintain data workflows and integrations using Azure Data Factory and Azure Storage.

- Establish and maintain data governance, access control, and data management practices using Unity Catalog.

- Ensure data solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and maintainable.

- Collaborate with engineers and other stakeholders to translate business and technical requirements into effective data solutions.

- Contribute to technical decisions, architecture documentation, and best practices across the project.

- Identify opportunities to improve existing data solutions, processes, and overall platform performance.

What We’re Looking For

- Senior-level experience in Data Engineering, with strong architectural thinking

- Hands-on experience with Databricks, Spark, and Python

- Solid understanding of Data Lakehouse architecture

- Practical experience with Unity Catalog, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Storage

- Ability to design scalable and reliable data solutions and make technical decisions

- English - B2 or higher

- German B1 will be a plus

Why join us?

- A culture built on empathy, transparency, and long-term relationships

- Average tenure of 5+ years — we’re a place where people stay

- Personal development plans, structured career growth, and regular performance reviews

- Strong internal communication and supportive onboarding

- Learning budget & access to internal training

- Flexibility to be yourself — we encourage individuality and family values

- Support for employees in the military

- Clients who return with new ideas — and trust us to deliver

Let’s DARE TO CREATE together.

Join Acropolium - not just a job, but a place to belong.