Data Engineer II (Onsite - Rome)

Agile Lab; Roma; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal vouchers

Health insurance

Training budget €1,000/year

Career ladder

International conference support

Onboarding support

Dedicated coaching

Job summary

Agile Lab in Rome seeks a Data Engineer II for an on-site role. You will develop data-intensive applications, leverage Hadoop/Spark, and work with Java and cloud tools while ensuring performance and reliability.

The position includes a structured growth path, onboarding support, and relocation options for eligible candidates. Your responsibilities include designing features, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable data solutions in a modern

Qualifications

• On-site in Rome for 1 year with Italian work setup.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• +2 years as Data Engineer with distributed computing exposure.
• In-depth knowledge of Hadoop, Spark and similar frameworks.
• Proficient in Java and at least one cloud provider; Docker familiarity.
• Solid project management, communication and teamwork skills.
• Analytical mindset and eagerness to learn new tech.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and implements a complex feature autonomously.
• Builds software solutions following SDLC quality standards.
• Participates in technical design with guidance.
• Improves system performance and scalability.
• Prioritizes tasks independently based on requirements.

Skills

Hadoop

Spark

Java

Cloud

Docker

Project management

Communication

Team player

Networking

Problem solving

Eager to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Job description

We Offer

Agile Lab is a company founded in 2014 with the mission to create value for its customers in data-intensive environments through customisable solutions that establish performance-driven processes, sustainable architectures and automated platforms based on data governance best practices. Having delivered over 100 successful Elite Data Engineering initiatives, we have used this experience to create Witboost: a modular, technology-agnostic platform that enables modern organisations to discover, value and produce their data in both traditional environments and fully compliant Data Mesh architectures. With a highly skilled team of over 300 data engineers based in Europe, Agile Lab helps organisations with their data-driven transformation.

Take a look at our handbook to discover our core values and processes.

The Opportunity

As a Data Engineer II, a talented individual is sought for an on-site role (Rome) to join the team. In this role, the development of data-intensive applications will be required. To succeed as a Data Engineer, a good knowledge of distributed computing technologies and excellent problem-solving skills are required.

Salary and job classification

• Base salary: €38.5K - €48.5K
• CCNL: Commercio
• Ladder: Data Engineer II

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and implements a complex feature autonomously;
• Builds software solutions by adhering to our quality standards about SDLC;
• Participates in the technical design of features with guidance;
• Understands and optimizes system performances;
• Prioritizes tasks with autonomy based on requirements and proper context.

Requirements

• Essential working on site: Rome, Italy, for 1 year;
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science;
• Previous experience as a Data Engineer (+2 years);
• In-depth knowledge of Hadoop, Spark, and similar frameworks;
• Good Knowledge of programming languages including Java;
• Familiarity at least on a cloud provider, and Docker tools;
• Good project management skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Team Player;
• Ability to solve complex networking, data, and software issues;
• Eager to learn.

We Offer

Care about Growth & Development

• Training budget: €1.000 per year and 12 hours per month fully dedicated to your learning and growth;
• Structured career path with clear expectations and salary for each level;
• Opportunity to attend international conferences, with additional support for travel and accommodation;
• Onboarding support during your first week;
• Dedicated coaching throughout your growth.

Care about Well-being

• Stimulating environment focused on both professional and personal growth;
• Psychological support: 5 sessions fully covered by the company, with the option to continue therapy at a reduced rate, & mental health webinars with Unobravo.

Care About Benefits & Financial Support

• Meal vouchers;
• Health insurance;
• Referral bonus if you bring people as talented as you;
• Company prizes.

Care about Family & Life

• Extended parental leave, including +15 days fully paid by the company;
• Paid leave for children’s illness and additional support beyond standard policies;
• Childcare support: vouchers for daycare and babysitting services;
• Inclusive policies supporting all types of families.

Care about Perks & Tools

• Welcome pack with all the equipment you need to work;
• Corporate benefits portal with discounts on travel, fashion, technology and more.

Care About Company & Culture

• Turnover rate: 8.29% (below the market average), not by chance but thanks to clear career paths, ongoing feedback and real attention to people’s growth;
• Inclusive environment where you can truly be yourself, backed by our certifications in Gender Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and SA8000, reflecting our commitment to ethical and responsible working conditions;
• Company rated 4.8/5 for employee satisfaction on Glassdoor;
• Certified Great Place to Work three times in a row.

Extra benefits

For RELOCATED WORKERS (living more than 35 km from Rome)

• Accommodation: Agile Lab provides company-arranged housing in Rome.
• Meals: Meal expenses covered.
• Home Visits: Reimbursement of travel costs to your hometown (only for city of residence).
• Transportation to Office: Covered travel costs to reach the office.
• Daily Allowance: €46.48 per working day.
• Relocation Support: 1 additional working day off to manage your move.

For COMMUTERS (living less than 35 km from Rome)

• Meals: Up to €30/day reimbursement for lunch (no meal vouchers). Alternatively: up to €7/day grocery reimbursement (for meals eaten at the office).
• Transportation.

Mileage Reimbursement For Using Your Own Car To

• reach the office directly, or
• meet colleagues at a designated pickup point (for company car rides).

How We Work

• We don't like hierarchies: we work as a team;
• We don't like bureaucracies; we prefer a sense of responsibility;
• We like data, certainly, so anything that is measurable;
• We want to make a positive change in our industry;
• Empathy, humility, collaboration, and willingness to challenge ourselves are the basis of our work.

Not sure which level to apply for? Check out our Career Ladder to learn more.

Please note: Applications from people in European time zones will be considered.

People who successfully complete our selection process will be included in the Agile Lab backlog, valid for six months.

This position is open to everyone, regardless of gender, and we strongly encourage applications from both male and female candidates pursuant to Art. 27 of Legislative Decree no. 198/2006, as well as those who identify themselves as non-binary or of any other kind. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We revolutionize how enterprises manage their Data & AI products at scale, making data business-actionable for humans and AI.