Data Platform Engineer for Global Data Platform Team

ASCENDIS PHARMA A/S; Gentofte Kommune; On-site; DKK 373,134 - 597,015; Full time

Job summary

ASCENDIS PHARMA A/S is looking for a passionate Data Platform Engineer in Gentofte Kommune, Denmark. You will maintain and scale our enterprise data platform while collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have a master’s degree in a technical field and 5–7 years of experience in Data Engineering. Strong hands-on experience with Databricks and dbt is essential. Join a team where innovation is key and make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience within Data Engineering and Data Architecture.
• Solid hands-on experience with Databricks in a production environment.
• Strong experience with dbt including models, tests, macros, and environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and continuously improve our cloud-based data platform.
• Support platform users with onboarding and troubleshooting.
• Develop and maintain shared frameworks and templates.
• Ensure platform stability, security, and scalability.

Skills

Databricks

dbt

Git

CI/CD

IaC

Data Engineering

Data Architecture

Education

Master’s degree in a technical field

Job description

Ascendis Pharma is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we develop new therapies that demonstrate best‑in‑class potential to address unmet medical needs.

We are seeking a passionate Data Platform Engineer to join our growing team. As a key member of the Data Platform Team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining, operating, and scaling our enterprise data platform in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Operate, maintain, and continuously improve our cloud‑based data platform
• Support platform users (data engineers, analytics engineers, and data product teams) with onboarding, troubleshooting, and best practices
• Develop and maintain shared frameworks, templates, and standards (e.g., dbt project structures, CI/CD pipelines, deployment patterns)
• Contribute to platform documentation, SOPs, and self‑service guidance
• Work closely with DevOps and infrastructure components including IaC, pipelines, environments, and access control
• Ensure platform stability, security, and scalability in a regulated environment
• Act as a trusted technical sparring partner for teams building on the platform

Qualifications and Skills:

You hold a relevant academic degree – preferably a master’s degree in a technical field such as Data Engineering or Software Engineering – and have 5–7 years of experience within Data Engineering and Data Architecture.

• Solid hands‑on experience with Databricks in a production environment
• Strong experience with dbt (models, tests, macros, environments)
• Experience with cloud infrastructure and DevOps including Git, CI/CD, IaC, and environment management
• Strong understanding of data platform operations and lifecycle management
• Experience with documentation and enablement of technical platforms
• Comfortable supporting and collaborating with multiple development teams
• Able to balance operational responsibilities with continuous improvement work
• Experience with software development practices

Key competencies:

• Strong team player and analytical mindset
• Can‑do attitude
• Entrepreneurial mindset, thriving in an informal, open environment where innovation and change are key
• Self‑driven, proactive, and comfortable taking responsibility for own tasks while contributing to the team’s success

Travel

5–15 days per year.

Office

Tuborg Boulevard 12, 2900 Hellerup

Applications must be submitted in English and will be treated confidentially.

Contact

Babak Bajelan, People Leader, Global IT – [e-mail]

Christoffer Munch, Platform Owner, Global IT – [e-mail]