Data Engineer

BASE life science; Barcelona; Híbrido; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Remote work flexibility

Ongoing learning and development

Wellbeing support

Home office setup with laptop

Global patient-focused impact

Descripción de la vacante

BASE life science is a fast-growing consultancy in the life sciences industry, seeking innovative data engineers to join us in Spain. This role sits at the intersection of technology, business, and life sciences, with a strong focus on data migration and translating client requirements into clear technical logic.

You will use Python, SQL, Excel, Ubuntu/Linux, VS Code, Azure DevOps, Jira, and Confluence to analyze data and support delivery.

Formación

• Master’s degree in STEM or quantitative field.
• Strong Python experience and version control practices.
• Advanced MS Office skills including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data migration projects.
• Customer-facing consulting experience is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Translating business and customer requirements into clear technical logic and structured migration or data-handling activities
• Supporting the design and execution of data migration and data processing tasks in a controlled, traceable, and compliant manner
• Working with data, logic, and processes to ensure tasks are performed accurately and in a controlled manner
• Collaborating with clients and internal teams to understand needs, challenge assumptions, and propose the right approach
• Presenting technical solutions and explaining complex topics in a clear and accessible way
• Contributing to data quality, documentation, and governance best practices

Conocimientos

Data consulting

Data migration

Client interaction

Python programming

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Independent work

Educación

Master's degree in STEM or quantitative field

Herramientas

Python

SQL

Excel

PowerPoint

Jira

Confluence

PuTTY/WinSCP

GitHub

VS Code

Azure DevOps

Ubuntu/Linux

Descripción del empleo

The life sciences industry plays a significant role in advancing healthcare and improving the quality of life - in many cases, saving millions of lives globally. At BASE life science, this is the motivation for everything we do, aimed at pushing boundaries, seeking excellence, and making a lasting difference through consulting expertise and data-driven solutions.

Who is BASE life science?

We are a fast-growing consultancy in the life sciences industry and are looking for innovative, enthusiastic, and versatile data engineers to join us. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and gain experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

From our headquarters in Denmark and offices in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America, we serve customers across the globe. With a deep understanding of the life sciences industry, we work hand in hand with customers to identify, develop, and implement strategic initiatives that drive growth, efficiency, and overall success through tailored solutions.

Our partnership with industry-leading solution providers, including Veeva, Salesforce, IQVIA, Benchling, and MediSpend ensures that our clients harness the full potential of the most innovative solutions on the market.

About the role

We are looking for a proactive, enthusiastic, and versatile Data Consultant to join our team in Spain.

In this role, you will work at the intersection of technology, business, and the life sciences domains, with a strong focus on data migration projects. You will help translate customer requirements into structured technical logic and support the execution of migration and data-related activities in a controlled and compliant way.

You will work with tools and platforms such as Python (Pandas, Prefect, Requests, ...) SQL, Excel, Ubuntu/Linux, VS Code, Azure DevOps, GitHub, PuTTY/WinSCP, Jira, and Confluence to analyse data, define transformation logic, document approaches, and support project delivery. At the same time, success in the role depends on your ability to collaborate closely with clients and colleagues, communicate clearly, and challenge constructively when needed.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical problem-solving with client interaction, and who wants to grow in a dynamic consulting environment within life sciences.

As a Data Consultant, your responsibilities will include:

• Translating business and customer requirements into clear technical logic and structured migration or data-handling activities
• Supporting the design and execution of data migration and data processing tasks in a controlled, traceable, and compliant manner
• Working with data, logic, and processes to ensure tasks are performed accurately and in a controlled manner
• Collaborating with clients and internal teams to understand needs, challenge assumptions, and propose the right approach
• Presenting technical solutions and explaining complex topics in a clear and accessible way
• Contributing to data quality, documentation, and governance best practices

We offer this position in Spain.

What makes you a great fit for this role?

We are looking for someone who is comfortable working across both technical and business-focused tasks, and who enjoys being in the middle of collaboration, problem-solving, and delivery.

To succeed in the role, you likely bring:

• A Master’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) or another quantitative field
• Strong proficiency in Python, including experience with version control, code sharing, and team-based development practices
• Advanced experience skills in Microsoft Office, including very good Excel skills and solid presentation skills in PowerPoint
• A structured and analytical mindset, with the ability to turn requirements into clear logic and practical solutions
• Confidence in working directly with customers, including asking questions, challenging constructively, and presenting solutions
• Curiosity, a willingness to learn, and motivation to grow your experience
• High attention to detail and a quality-focused way of working
• A proactive, team-oriented attitude and the ability to work independently when needed

Additionally, it is an advantage if you have experience with:

• PuTTY/WinSCP
• Jira/Confluence
• Working in regulated environments, including GxP
• Life sciences domains such as clinical, quality, regulatory, laboratory, safety, and commercial
• Data migration, data handling, or controlled process execution
• Consulting, client-facing work, or other roles where business and technology come together

What makes us the right employer for you?

We are proud to represent more than 35 nationalities across BASE life science, and we believe diverse perspectives are essential to delivering innovative solutions and achieving excellence.

Our culture is built on five core values: team spirit, trust, openness, ambition, and execution. We offer a flexible working environment where people are trusted to take ownership of their work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We value cross-functional collaboration, specialized expertise, and people who are willing to challenge the status quo.

Additionally, we offer:

• Health insurance
• Remote work flexibility, with an expectation to be in the office at least once a week
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Support for physical, social, and emotional wellbeing
• Home office setup with laptop and other electronic devices
• The opportunity to make a difference for patients around the world