(Forward-Deployed) Founding AI Data Engineer

Deltia GmbH; Zürich; Hybrid; CHF 73’000 - 111’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A forward-thinking tech company in Zurich is looking for a Founding AI Data Engineer to own backend data systems and integrations. This role involves leading customer onboarding and developing efficient data pipelines. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in backend or data engineering, proficient in NoSQL and cloud databases, and possess strong communication skills. Competitive compensation, equity, and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Leistungen

Competitive compensation

Equity package

Flexible work arrangements

Opportunity to shape data foundations

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of experience in backend, data, or infrastructure roles.
• Strong background with MongoDB and exposure to SQL and cloud databases.
• Experience in production-grade ETL processes and integrations.

Aufgaben

• Lead technical onboarding and adapt integrations based on customer feedback.
• Build and manage data backends including NoSQL and cloud databases.
• Develop ETL pipelines using Python and TypeScript.

Kenntnisse

Backend development

Data engineering

ETL pipelines

Cloud infrastructure

NoSQL databases

SQL databases

Customer communication

English fluency

German (nice to have, B2+)

Tools

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Vercel

Supabase

AWS

Azure

GCP

Jobbeschreibung

(Forward-Deployed) Founding AI Data Engineer

Job Posted: September 12, 2025 7:59 AM
Location: Zurich
Team: Engineering

The role

Join as a forward-deployed Engineer: you’ll own backend data systems & integrations while working closely with customers during onboarding and adaptation. Turn real-world logistics challenges into clean data pipelines, reliable ERP/TMS connectors, and production services. 🤖

What you’ll do

• Lead technical onboarding & adapt integrations with customer feedback 🤝
• Build & run data backends (NoSQL + tabular/cloud DBs) 🗄️
• Develop ETL pipelines in Python, TypeScript, etc. (batch + streaming) 🔄
• Own ERP/TMS connectors (SAP, Oracle, etc.) for resilient integrations 🔌
• Ship on modern cloud stacks (Vercel, Supabase, AWS/Azure/GCP) ☁️
• Use containers & orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) 📦
• (Optional) contribute to AI/optimization systems 🤓

Must-have skills

• 3+ years in backend/data/infra
• Strong past experience with Mongo & other NoSQL + exposure to SQL/cloud DBs
• Past experience with production-grade ETL & integrations
• Cloud infra experience (with at least one major provider)
• Clear communication, comfortable with customers
• Fluent and business level English
• Nice to have: German (B2+)

How we work

• Pragmatic engineering: simple first, measurable improvement always
• Tight feedback loop with customers & ops 🔂
• Small team, high ownership, direct impact 😤

What we offer

• Competitive compensation & equity package 💼
• Flexible work in Zürich (mostly in-person) + visits to customer sites as needed 🇨🇭
• The chance to shape the data/infra foundations of a fast-growing company 🚀

How to apply?

Please send the following to [e-mail], and we will be in touch! CV that indicates past work experience. Short, informal note why you are the right fit.