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Data Engineer

Hybrid in Valdemoro·Full-time·Added 3 months ago (last checked 12 Oct)

El Corte Ingles

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Valdemoro
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Experience
3+ years
Benefits
Life insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

The role requires a combination of functional vision, management capability, and technical knowledge in SQL, Python, Snowflake, and Artificial Intelligence, as well as experience leading data projects in Agile environments.

This person must demonstrate autonomy, the ability to structure complex problems, excellent communication skills, and strategic vision, prepared to progressively take on the functional leadership of a team made up of internal resources and vendors.

  • Consolidated experience leading Data and Artificial Intelligence projects from start to finish.
  • Experience acting as a bridge between business and Data and Engineering technical teams.
  • Advanced knowledge of SQL, Python, Snowflake and fundamentals of algorithms and Artificial Intelligence.
  • Experience working with Agile methodologies.
  • Ability to understand both functional business needs and technical aspects related to data engineering.
  • Experience in managing and coordinating multidisciplinary teams and vendors.
  • High level of English.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills at different levels.
  • Self-sufficient profile with a global vision, analytical capacity, and results orientation.

Nice to have

  • Experience in projects related to logistics and Supply Chain will be valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We offer a range of social benefits that will contribute to your well-being.

- Exclusive discounts and financing options.

- Life insurance.

- Corporate University.

- Ongoing training for professional development.

- Study aid for employees' children.

- Own medical service.

- Flexible compensation plan.

The role

Are you looking to develop your talent and find a place where your effort is recognized? We offer a dynamic, close-knit environment with a future. Here, every day is a new opportunity to learn, grow, and shine. Imagine being part of a diverse team where evolution and customer service are our priority. At El Corte Inglés, our work is a shared passion.

At El Corte Inglés Supply Chain, we are fundamentally dedicated to the logistics world, and you can be the key piece that keeps everything moving. Your work will be vital for products to reach our stores and customers; knowing that your effort has a direct impact on customer satisfaction is very rewarding.

If you are looking for a project thanks to professional growth, this is your opportunity!

The project waiting for you.

What you'll do

We are looking for a Data Engineer with a strong business orientation and a solid technical background in data engineering, capable of acting as a bridge between functional areas and Data teams.

The selected candidate will work on high-impact strategic data projects for the company, participating in initiatives such as building reporting platforms, incentive models, and the evolution of logistics data through AI-based solutions. They will ensure that business needs are translated into viable technical solutions, coordinating the full project lifecycle from definition to implementation.

  • Ensure the alignment of Data and Artificial Intelligence initiatives with business strategy, identifying opportunities to generate value through advanced analytics and data management.
  • Act as the main point of contact between business areas and Data, Engineering, Architecture, and Development teams, facilitating effective communication between functional and technical profiles.
  • Analyze, structure, and document functional requirements, translating them into clear, prioritized technical needs aligned with project objectives.
  • Lead end-to-end data projects, defining planning, roadmap, priorities, milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverable tracking.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams made up of Data Engineers, Data Analysts, Architecture, Business, and external vendors, ensuring deadline compliance and solution quality.
  • Drive Data and Artificial Intelligence use cases from definition to deployment, coordinating proof of concepts, pilots, and their scaling into production.
  • Oversee the design of data engineering solutions, ETL processes, and data platforms, ensuring their scalability and alignment with business needs.
  • Prepare functional documentation, acceptance criteria, business rules, KPIs, and ensure requirement traceability throughout the entire project lifecycle.
  • Participate in functional testing, data validation, and post-implementation solution monitoring.
  • Prepare documentation and executive materials for steering committees and key stakeholders.
  • Promote good data governance practices, quality, documentation, and information standardization.
  • Contribute to the evolution of the area, functionally coordinating internal teams and vendors, with a path toward future people leadership.

Main duties

Main duties and requirements.

About El Corte Ingles

El Corte Inglés is Spain's largest department store group and one of the country's most iconic retail companies. Founded in 1940, it operates a vast network of department stores, hypermarkets (Hipercor), supermarkets (Supercor), and an extensive online retail platform. The company also has significant operations in travel agencies, insurance, and financial services, employing tens of thousands of people across Spain and internationally.

With its headquarters in Madrid, El Corte Inglés has a strong presence throughout Spain, with stores and offices in nearly every major city. The company is known for its traditional, customer-centric retail culture and offers a wide range of roles, from sales and logistics to technology, data analysis, and corporate functions. For international professionals, El Corte Inglés provides opportunities to work in a major Spanish company, though Spanish language proficiency is typically essential for most positions.

Industry
Retail
Founded
1940
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and 17 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • El Corte Inglés is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and is a Spanish-founded company.
  • The company operates across all major Spanish cities, offering opportunities in retail, logistics, and corporate roles.
  • Spanish language proficiency is generally required for most positions, especially customer-facing roles.
  • The company offers a wide range of roles, from sales and operations to technology and data analytics, suitable for various professional backgrounds.
  • As a large, established employer, El Corte Inglés provides stable employment and opportunities for internal mobility.

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Additional information

If this position interests you, we invite you to apply, as your experience could be very valuable to us. In our company, all people are welcome.

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