Specialist Data Engineer

Vestas; Aarhus kommune; On-site; DKK 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas is seeking a Data Warehouse Engineer to drive modernization of our cloud data platform and mentor a global team. You will shape data products for thousands of power plants, manage migrations to cloud architectures, and collaborate across architects, SMEs, and product stakeholders.

You’ll work within the Plant Data team to optimize data models, implement scalable analytics, and support a multi-application hybrid platform that fuels energy insights and optimization.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in designing, building, and maintaining data products in hybrid environments.
• Strong SQL & ELT design skills and data flow optimization.
• Experience migrating data workloads to cloud ETL and data warehouse.
• Familiar with Azure services, Snowflake, and DBT; data modelling in cloud warehouses.
• Agile development practices and DevOps familiarity; SQL Server/SSIS/SSRS is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with architects and stakeholders to identify data products and workloads in legacy and current systems.
• Co-own the data product architecture and define the strategic roadmap for the Plant Data warehouse.
• Perform upstream and downstream analysis of complex data flows across multiple source systems.
• Lead the migration of data products from legacy on‑premises to cloud environments.
• Mentor data engineers and participate in formal code and design reviews.
• Contribute to operational data product management (Level 3 support).

Skills

SQL & ELT design

Cloud data migration

Azure

Snowflake

DBT

Data modelling

Agile & DevOps

SSIS/SSRS

Python & Py-Spark

Tools

Azure

Snowflake

DBT

Python

Py-Spark

Job description

Take the lead in transforming one of the world's largest renewable energy data platforms. In this high-visibility role at Vestas, you'll drive cloud data warehouse modernization, mentor fellow engineers, and help unlock the value of data collected from thousands of power plants worldwide. Join a global team where your expertise will support both technical excellence and a more sustainable future.

Vestas Technology & Operations > Research & Development (R&D) > Plant Data

Vestas Technology & Operations, a cornerstone of Vestas, is committed to innovation, product development, and continuous improvement. We aim to create high-quality products and technologies that drive down the cost of energy and deliver maximum value to our customers and to Vestas.

As part of Vestas Technology & Operations, the Modelling & Analytics - Plant Data team is responsible for the creation and management of products and services related to Vestas Plant Data Offerings. Our accomplished and diverse team of Datawarehouse Engineers is focused on designing products that facilitate data collection, processing and storage from thousands of power plants across the world. The team also manages data storage and conducts data analytics on a hybrid data platform setup that supports multiple data applications for our customers.

Our overarching objective is to reduce the cost of energy by making use of the extensive data collected and stored by Vestas from power plants worldwide. Join us in this mission to help advance the future of renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Working with Architects, SME's, business and product stakeholders in identifying data products and workloads in legacy warehouse


• Participate and co‑own product architecture and define strategic roadmap for plant data warehouse


• Perform upstream and downstream impact analysis of complex data flows which involved multiple source systems


• Contribute directly to design and delivery of migrating data products from legacy to cloud setup


• Lead key POC's & mentor team data engineers on technical solutions


• Facilitate and contribute to formal Code & design reviews


• Oversight and contribution to managing operational data products (Level 3 Support)

Qualifications

We believe that you possess experience in designing, building, and maintaining data products within hybrid environments with 5:7 years of experience in cloud data warehousing domain. Additionally, you should identify with one or more of the following qualifications:

• Solid command of advanced SQL & ELT design patterns & data flow/ workload performance optimization


• Experience in data workload migration from on prem to cloud ETL + Data Warehouse


• Experience in Azure services + Snowflake + DBT


• Extensive practical data modelling experience in cloud data warehouse and data structures


• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and DevOps practices


• Experience with SQL server, SSIS & SSRS would be a plus


• Experience with data mesh implementation, Python, Py-Spark would a plus

Competencies

• Bring a collaborative mindset and a willingness to contribute to a globally diverse, cross-functional team within the organization


• Display curiosity and commitment to developing innovative data products that generate value


• Thrive in shifting environments and demonstrate readiness to adjust to evolving conditions


• Exhibit good communication skills, coupled with a practical, problem-solving approach to accomplishing tasks


• Show a commitment to continuous learning and an interest in contributing to the team’s goals

What We Offer

This is a high-visibility role shaping Vestas' core data domains, working on initiatives that redefine the enterprise data landscape. You will have direct ownership and contribution to a mission-critical industrial IoT platform at the heart of Vestas' digital strategy. You will get practical experience with large-scale, real-time data systems operating on a global production scale. We have a collaborative engineering culture that prioritizes innovation, discipline, and technical excellence. Growth in a global organization with long-term commitment to sustainability and renewable energy leadership. The opportunity to deliver measurable impact on energy transition through advanced analytics and data engineering.

Additional Information

Location: DK, Aarhus

If you have any further questions, you are welcome to reach out to Arvind Raghava Shetty, Sub-Module Owner, Plant Data at (91) IN 9043948087 during normal working hours.

Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, however, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to the advertised closing date. Please be advised to apply on or before 23rd September 2026.

Our commitment to a fair hiring.

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitation due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.

With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.

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