Data Engineer Specialist

Generali Employee Benefits - GEB; Assago; In loco; EUR 35.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Redion Employee Benefits, based in Assago, Italy, seeks a Data Engineer Specialist to manage data ingestion pipelines using PySpark and Databricks. You will implement data quality checks, support CI/CD in Azure DevOps, and maintain Jira/Confluence docs while engaging with business units.

The role emphasizes translating business needs into technical specs, assisting in training, and improving systems. The position is permanent, with a base salary in the 35k–45k EUR range.

Competenze

• Minimum 3 years of experience in data engineering projects, ideally in insurance or financial services.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Hands-on experience with Python (PySpark) and Databricks.
• PostgreSQL, REST and Graph APIs, and Azure Data Services.
• Familiarity with Medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) and Delta Lake.
• Basic understanding of Unity Catalog for metadata and access control.
• Exposure to Git, CI/CD practices (Azure DevOps), and optionally Terraform.
• Comfortable in Agile teams using Jira and Confluence.
• Degree in computer science, engineering, or IT-related fields.

Mansioni

• Develop ingestion pipelines using PySpark and Databricks based on provided design specifications.
• Implement data quality validation rules within the established framework.
• Support CI/CD integration by using pre-configured Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Maintain documentation in Jira and Confluence, including updates to training and enablement content as features evolve.
• Support business engagement by attending meetings with key departments and assisting in training sessions when needed.
• Translate business requests into clear technical specifications to support development and testing.
• Provide operational support for integrations, tools, and third-party applications.

Conoscenze

Python

PySpark

Databricks

PostgreSQL

REST APIs

Graph APIs

Azure Data Services

Delta Lake

Unity Catalog

Git

Azure DevOps

Terraform

Jira

Confluence

Agile

English

Formazione

Bachelor’s or Master’s in computer science/engineering/IT

Strumenti

Azure DevOps

CI/CD

Descrizione del lavoro

Generali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in 50 countries in the world the Generali Group is one of the most significant players in the global insurance and the asset management industry. Generali supports each firm to innovate and grow with full investment autonomy ensuring they are set up to develop sustainable and innovative solutions. With the stability of Generali Group backing, the platform enables investors to access distinctive strategies and experts' insights.

Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) Network is now Redion Employee Benefits, a Generali Company.

We are Redion. This is not a new company or a restructuring. This is our new global name - one brand for Europ Assistance and Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) Network, bringing together our insurance, assistance, and employee benefits services worldwide. Our vision: to be the world's premier care partner.

Redion Employee Benefits is the global platform dedicated to the human capital of multinational corporations and, following the acquisition of Swiss Life Network earlier in 2026, the undisputed worldwide leader in employee benefits.

For more information, please visit our website www.redion.com/eb

We are looking for a Data Engineer Specialist to join our Operations and IT Department.

The Data Engineer Specialist handles daily operations and contributes to new initiatives on GEB’s Data Ingestion Tool platform.

The Data Engineer Specialist works with the Product Owner and cooperates with other colleagues in the COO area, such as business analysts and IT, as well as business departments.

Your responsibilities will include (non-exhaustive list):

• Develop ingestion pipelines using PySpark and Databricks based on provided design specifications.
• Implement data quality validation rules within the established framework.
• Support CI/CD integration by using pre-configured Azure DevOps pipelines (no setup required).
• Maintain documentation in Jira and Confluence, including updates to training and enablement content as features evolve.
• Support business engagement by attending meetings with key departments and assisting in training sessions when needed.
• Assist in identifying system/process improvements, and share suggestions with the team.
• Provide operational support for integrations, tools, and third-party applications.
• Translate business requests into clear technical specifications to support development and testing.

The above list is not limitative and may be amended/adapted at any time by the Employer, at its own discretion, in accordance with the business needs.

Why should you join us?

Because here, your ideas matter, your contribution is visible, and your growth is supported. You'll join an ambitious, international team that is transforming employee benefits while keeping people at the heart of everything we do. At Redion EB, careers are built, not just jobs filled.

We give our people the opportunity to learn, grow, lead, and make an impact. From developing specialist expertise to leading international projects, taking on broader responsibilities, or stepping into management roles, we actively support career progression at every stage.

If you're looking for an employer that invests in your future while giving you the freedom to make a difference today, we'd love to meet you.

What we are looking for

• Good communication skills to work effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Helpful and responsive attitude when supporting users or business teams.
• Able to understand business needs and help translate them into technical tasks.
• Willing to take responsibility for assigned work and follow through to completion.
• Comfortable explaining technical ideas in a clear and simple way.
• Positive and flexible approach to working in a team.
• Able to organise tasks, solve problems, and meet deadlines.
• Capable of handling multiple topics and keeping others informed.
• Open to learning and improving, with a proactive mindset.

Ideal background would be

• Minimum 3 years of experience in data engineering projects, ideally in insurance or financial services.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Python (PySpark) and Databricks
• PostgreSQL, REST and Graph APIs, and Azure Data Services
• Familiarity with Medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold layers) and Delta Lake for scalable data processing and versioning.
• Basic understanding of Unity Catalog for metadata and access control.
• Exposure to Git, CI/CD practices (e.g. Azure DevOps), and optionally Terraform.
• Comfortable working in Agile teams using tools like Jira and Confluence.
• Experience in B2B environments or cross-functional teams is considered an asset.
• Degree in computer science, engineering, or IT-related fields (Bachelor’s or Master’s).

The recruitment and selection process will be conducted in full compliance with the principles of equal opportunity, inclusion, and non-discrimination. This position is open to all candidates regardless of gender and welcomes applications from individuals belonging to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99.

This is a permanent position, based in Assago (Italy), covered by the CCNL ANIA and is at the Impiegato III level.

Annual gross base salary offered for this position ranges from EUR 35,000.00 to EUR 45,000.00 (final package will be confirmed individually to the final selected candidate, in line with the profile and the adequation with the position requirements).

Redion Employee Benefits' commitment for recruiting:

Redion Employee Benefits is committed to promote equal opportunities in employment. Candidates will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

At Generali and Redion, we believe that it is our differences that make the difference. At the heart of everything we do, we value the fact that we are all human beings, unique in our own ways, bringing different cultures, lifestyles, mindsets, and preferences. Our commitment is to leverage this Diversity to create long-term value, to be innovative, sustainable, to make the difference for our people, our clients, our partners as well as our communities. We strive to promote a culture where D&I is embedded in how we work and do business every day. All of us around the world are taking actions every day to create an inclusive and accessible workplace, where every person feels empowered to take ownership, to challenge biases and lead the transformation with a human touch.

Redion Employee Benefits endeavours to contact candidates within 21 days of application. However, if you do not hear back after 3 weeks then please assume on this occasion, unfortunately, you have not been successful.

Personal data collected will be strictly used for recruitment purpose only. All unsuccessful applications will be destroyed max. 3 months after this recruitment campaign closing.

You can consult our candidate's Privacy notice here: https://www.geb.com/privacy-notice-job-applicants