Data Engineer

SAAB; Sønderborg; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab Danmark A/S in Denmark is seeking a Data Engineer to build the data foundation enabling modern engineering. You will connect engineering data, improve digital workflows, and prepare the organization for AI-enabled engineering.

You will design scalable data models, develop pipelines, and collaborate with engineers, IT and business stakeholders to deliver practical solutions. Strong problem-solving and data-to-value skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Background in Software Engineering, Data Science, or Computer Science with strong analytical thinking.
• Experience with Python, SQL, APIs, cloud platforms, Power BI, graph databases, and AI-related tools is advantageous but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop data pipelines and system integrations across engineering tools.
• Improve data quality, consistency, governance, and traceability.
• Support Digital Thread and MBSE initiatives.
• Prepare engineering data for AI and advanced analytics.
• Design scalable data models and dashboards.
• Identify opportunities to automate engineering processes.
• Collaborate with engineers, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver practical solutions.

Education

Software Engineering

Data Science

Computer Science

Information Technology

Job description

Would you like to work for a company with solutions that contributes to Saab’s mission of keeping people and society safe?

Would you like to be a part of shaping the Future of Digital Engineering and building the Future of Engineering?

Engineering is evolving rapidly. Model Based Systems Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, connected engineering data, and digital collaboration are transforming how complex systems are designed and delivered.

We are looking for a Data Engineer to help build the data foundation that enables modern engineering. You will connect engineering data, improve digital workflows, and prepare the organization for AI enabled engineering.

Your role

• Develop data pipelines and system integrations across engineering tools
• Improve data quality, consistency, governance, and traceability
• Support Digital Thread and MBSE initiatives
• Prepare engineering data for AI and advanced analytics
• Design scalable data models and dashboards
• Identify opportunities to automate engineering processes
• Collaborate with engineers, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver practical solutions

Your Profile

• Software Engineering
• Data Science
• Computer Science
• Information Technology

Experience with Python, SQL, APIs, cloud platforms, Power BI, graph databases, engineering lifecycle tools, or AI technologies is an advantage but not a requirement.

More important than your exact background is your ability to solve complex problems, connect information, and turn data into business value.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Thinks analytically and works in a structured way
• Enjoys collaborating across technical disciplines
• Is curious about new technologies and continuous improvement
• Can translate engineering challenges into digital solutions
• Takes ownership and delivers pragmatic results

Why Join Us

This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, data, and emerging technologies.

Your work will help accelerate Digital Engineering, strengthen MBSE adoption, improve engineering efficiency, and establish the foundation for future AI capabilities.

If you want to build solutions that will influence how engineering is performed in the years ahead, we would like to hear from you.

What can you expect from us?

• Initial learning process with mentorship and support
• Good career and development opportunities in a professional company
• A vibrant and international atmosphere with colleagues from all over the world
• Benefits that support our employees’ wellbeing
• A variety of social activities, lunch scheme, pension as well as flexible work conditions
• Focus on our teams, good cooperation and giving our employees the ability to take ownership of their tasks.

Candidates must be able to obtain a security clearance by the Danish Defence Intelligence Service. This entails that candidates, as a minimum, have had residency within NATO/EU for the last 7 years.

About Saab Danmark A/S

Saab in Denmark is part of the Saab Group with headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden. At the same time, Saab Danmark is an independent legal company with a flat organisational structure. Our main business area is delivering integrated communication solutions to military markets in Denmark and abroad.

You can find further information about our integrated communication solution TactiCall, at www.saab.com/naval.

Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.