Data Architect

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added today

B. Braun

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What they offer

From €75,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
About €4,180 a month after tax, or €4,430 under the Beckham regime.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Blue Card threshold
Indicative — the ad doesn’t promise sponsorship.

What they ask for

Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Barcelona for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.

The role

As a Data Architect in the Group Digital Department, you will contribute to the development of B. Braun's Digital Foundation by shaping a consistent and business‑driven data architecture.

Functionally you are trained and guided by the Center of Competence (CoC) Corporate Data Management. Your work will focus on projects within the Digital Foundation - our customer oriented platform providing modular standard to develop new or integrate digital solutions in a safeguarded and efficient way - and our Data, Analytics & AI Ecosystem the Data Intelligence Platform (DIP). A key initial responsibility will be to establish the data architecture for the Analytics part of the Digital Foundation (Data Hub).

The role has a strong business perspective, with emphasis on clarifying the business semantic layer and translating it into high‑quality conceptual and logical data models. You will work hands‑on with Metadata managed in the Enterprise Data Catalog (dataspot) and perspectively other catalogs to make data understandable, reusable, and interoperable across data domains.

What you'll do

Support projects of the Digital Foundation, with focus on data architecture within the Data Intelligence Platform ecosystem
Design and maintain conceptual and logical data models that reflect business meaning and domain semantics
Clarify, structure, and harmonize business semantics, business objects, and relationships across data domains
Operate and continuously develop the Enterprise Data Catalog (dataspot) as the central place for data models and business definitions
Contribute to the data architecture of the Data Hub, ensuring semantic consistency and architectural alignment
Collaborate with domain experts, data stewards, and technical teams to align business intent with data structures
Analyze impacts of new requirements and support architectural decision‑making within projects
Foster and mature the understanding of why metadata management is a key capability to effectively embed technologies like AI, Advanced Analytics, and Automation in the company.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Solid understanding of business data modeling (conceptual and logical)
Strong ability to present complex topics in a simple way to various stakeholders and be able to transfer business requirements into data requirements to fit it into the data architecture
Interest in and ability to work with business semantics, terminology, and domain concepts
Basic understanding of modern data platforms and data architectures (experience with physical modeling is a plus, not a must)
Familiarity with data governance, data lineage, and metadata management is an important advantage
Ability to learn and work with enterprise tools such as Enterprise Data Catalogs
Experience in project environments and cross‑functional collaboration

Nice to have

High level of initiative with an independent and accountable working style
Strong analytical and conceptual thinking
Ability to communicate clearly between business and technical stakeholders
Structured and quality‑oriented working style
Curious mindset with willingness to learn complex domains
Collaborative team player in international and interdisciplinary environments
Openness to change and continuous improvement

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Gross annual salary starting from €75,000, depending on the candidate's profile and experience.

To help you perform at your best, our offer focuses on your wellbeing, development and experience as part of the team:

10% variable bonus based on global and spanish company results
Hybrid working model: 3 days working from home and 2 days in the office
Flexible compensation: transport, childcare and private health insurance
Intensive working hours on Fridays from June to September
Flexible schedule
Company-funded training and certifications based on individual and business needs
Meal allowance and home-working allowance
Free wellbeing platform including coaching, psychological consultations and emotional health content, with the option to extend access to family members at a discounted rate
30 calendar days of annual leave
Benefits under the Chemical Industry Collective Agreement
Life and accident insurance

How they hire

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Additional assessment
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Offer & onboarding

Response time depends on the brand and the application.
Application status can be tracked in the applicant portal.

About B. Braun

B. Braun is a German medical technology company and one of the world's leading providers of healthcare products and services. Founded in 1839, the company develops, manufactures, and sells a wide range of products including infusion therapy, surgical instruments, and wound care solutions. With over 60,000 employees globally, B. Braun operates in more than 60 countries, serving hospitals and healthcare professionals with a focus on patient safety and innovation.

In Spain, B. Braun has a significant presence with multiple offices and production facilities, including locations in Barcelona, Madrid, and Jaén. The company is known for its strong engineering and IT operations in Spain, offering roles in software development, DevOps, and technical services. For international professionals, B. Braun provides opportunities to work in a global healthcare leader with a collaborative culture and a commitment to professional development, though Spanish language skills may be beneficial for many positions.

Industry: Medical Technology
Founded: 1839
Employees: 50,000–100,000
Headquarters: Melsungen, Germany
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Jaén
Website: bbraun.es

Good to know if you are moving

B. Braun is a global company with operations in over 60 countries, offering international career opportunities and potential for cross-border mobility.
The company has a strong focus on employee development, with structured training programs and clear career progression paths.
Spain is a key market for B. Braun, with production facilities and offices in cities like Barcelona, Madrid, and Jaén, providing diverse job locations.
Many roles in Spain, especially in engineering and IT, may require Spanish language skills, but some technical positions may be open to English speakers.
B. Braun is known for its stable, family-owned corporate culture, which can be appealing for professionals seeking long-term employment.