Senior Business-oriented Data Engineer

Ascendis Pharma; Gentofte Kommune; On-site; DKK 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendis Pharma is seeking a Data Engineer to join our Data & Analytics team at our Denmark offices. You will design, build and operate data solutions aligned with business needs, guiding data best practices across lines of business.

You will work with Python, Databricks, dbt and SQL in a collaborative, global environment, supporting cross-functional data projects and data platform architecture. Travel is modest and the role emphasizes impact and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• 3+ years of experience with Azure cloud services and data engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Python, Databricks, dbt and SQL.
• Experience designing and delivering data solutions and data platform architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and operate data solutions based on business requirements.
• Advise line of business on data best practices and processes.
• Be part of business-oriented data projects and collaborate cross-functionally.
• Design and blend data from multiple sources and interact with product teams.

Skills

Azure cloud services

Python

Databricks

dbt

SQL

DevOps

CI/CD

Pharma domain knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science / IT / Engineering

Job description

Are you passionate about creating value through a data-driven approach? Do you have experience being a Data Engineer?

If so, now is your chance to join Ascendis Pharma as our new Data Engineer in the Data & Analytics team.

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 are applying our innovative TransCon® technology platform to fulfill our mission of developing new therapies that demonstrate best-in-class potential to address unmet medical needs.

At our headquarters in Hellerup, Denmark, research facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, and additional offices across Europe and the United States, we are advancing programs in our Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology portfolios. We also collaborate with partners on the development of TransCon-based products in other therapeutic areas and markets.

We are seeking a passionate Data Engineer to join our team. As a key member of the Ascendis Pharma team, you will play a crucial role in designing, building and operating data solutions based on business requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, collaborate with cross-functional, global teams working together to achieve extraordinary results. Our approach to data projects is not only about creating the solution but more about how we can make a difference for our patients.

You will be joining the Data & Analytics team which is responsible for the cross-functional data platform and data services for analytical purposes. You will join a highly motivated team who has a bigger ‘why' in all their delivered solutions, with a high degree of freedom and space for being ambitious.

You will report directly to People Leader, Babak Bajelan, and Functional Leader, Sune Mejlvang, both based in Hellerup. You will also be based in Hellerup.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Design, build and operate data solutions based on business requirements
• Advice line of business on good data practice and processes
• Be part of business-oriented data projects
• Design and blend data from multiple sources
• Interact with other product teams and owners
  

Qualifications and Skills:

You hold a relevant academic degree, preferably a master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or something completely different. Most importantly, you know your technology and how to make it work for business.

Furthermore, you have:

• +3 years of experience with azure cloud services and data engineering
• Hands-on experience developing in python, Databricks, dbt and SQL.
• Experience with designing and delivering data solutions, data load patterns and with data platform architecture.

Ideally you are well versed with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines and Pharma domain knowledge is a plus.

You are a strong team player, analytical, and have a can‑do attitude.

You possess an entrepreneurial mindset and can thrive in an informal, open environment where innovation and change are key.

To succeed in this role, we also expect you to be

• Self-driven and take pride in your work
• Agile at heart and more concerned about the results of the team rather than your individual success
• Passionate about data, curious and like to 'think out of the box'.
• Teamwork is second nature to you, and you build on other's ideas and share knowledge to further the team's results

Travel: 10-15 days per year.

For more details about the position or the company, please contact Rosa Badensø, [e-mail] or Babak Bajelan, [e-mail]

You can learn more about Ascendis by visiting our website www.ascendispharma.com

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

As the summer holiday period approaches, you may experience a longer response time than usual. We truly appreciate your patience and thank you for your understanding. We look forward to reviewing your application as soon as possible.

A note to recruiters:

We do not allow external search party solicitation. Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma HR team (specifically from: Talent Acquisition Partner or Human Resources Director) is not allowed. If this occurs, your ownership of these candidates will not be acknowledged.