Purpose of the role
In the context of the introduction of "Oerlikon One Data Platform" (ODP), there is a high need for expertise in data engineering within the Microsoft Azure environment, specifically Azure Data Factory and Azure Fabric. The purpose of this position is to deliver and maintain "Data Products", i.e. solutions that make data from different sources available for usage. The holder of this position is responsible for analyzing business requirements, transferring them into solution concepts, and implementing those on the Microsoft‑based cloud data platform. Maintenance and support work for the data platform are also part of the position.
Job Title
Data Engineer
Required Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
- Certification in Microsoft Azure Data Factory and/or Azure Fabric
Required Experience & Knowledge
- At least 4 years of work experience in roles related to data management and analytics, such as data engineer or data architect
- Experience in multinational and geographically distributed work environments
- Proficiency in data modeling methodologies and tools; knowledge of normalization and experience designing entity‑relationship diagrams and data flow diagrams
- Experience with cloud data platform solutions, including data storage, integration tools and frameworks, data management, and data governance products
- Knowledge and practical experience with DevOps principles and tools, including CI/CD on Azure and GitHub
- Proficiency in English (C1 or higher)
- Ability to analyze business requirements related to data management and analytics
- Capability to develop solution concepts following guidelines, templates, and best practices
- Technical skill to implement data management solutions, including integration, transformation, data modelling, and storage on Microsoft platforms
- Responsibility for delivering maintenance for developed solutions
Outputs
- Data products following common good practices
- Compliance of developed solutions with guidelines, security, and data protection requirements
- High stakeholder satisfaction regarding performance and quality of delivered solutions
Leadership & influence
- The role is crucial for achieving Oerlikon’s ambitious objectives towards data‑driven decision making and digitalization
- Direct influence on the quality and speed of delivering data products to the organization
Interface, Collaboration, Stakeholders
- Business department representatives providing data requirements
- Data architect
- IT security specialists
- IT infrastructure members
- SAP Center of Excellence members
- External consultants and representatives of technology providers
About Oerlikon
Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials, with a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high‑performance materials, coating equipment and components. Our products improve performance, efficiency, and sustainability across industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors, and tooling.
Head‑quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees and achieved sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.
We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential, guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence, and innovation.
Contact
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Shrutkirti Nikam
Sr. HR & Admin Executive
Oerlikon
www.oerlikon.com/hrsflow
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