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Data Engineer

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added over 2 years ago

This job was published 2 years ago

MIGx

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Overview

Job details

Permanent contract
Full-time hours.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
MIGx doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Barcelona for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Hybrid work model and flexible working schedule that would suit night owls and early birds
25 holiday days per year
Free English classes
Possibilities of career development and the opportunity to shape the company future
An employee-centric culture directly inspired by employee feedback. Your voice is heard, and your perspectives encouraged
Different training programs to support your personal and professional development
Work in a fast growing, international company
Friendly atmosphere and supportive Management team.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Experience with cloud-native data engineering using tools such as Databricks, dbt, PySpark, and SQL.
Comfort working with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, GCP) — and openness to others.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD automation, especially with GitHub Actions or Azure Pipelines.
Strong Python programming skills for transformation, scripting, and automation.
Working knowledge of data quality, validation frameworks, and test-driven data development.
Familiarity with observability practices including metrics, logging, and data lineage tools.
Understanding of DataOps concepts, including reproducibility, automation, and collaboration.
Team-first mindset and experience in agile environments (Scrum or Kanban).
Professional working proficiency in English (our internal and client-facing working language).

Nice to have

Experience with Snowflake or similar cloud data warehouses.
Knowledge of data lineage tools and frameworks.
Infrastructure automation using Terraform, Bash, or PowerShell.
Exposure to data modeling techniques like Data Vault or dimensional modeling.
Familiarity with data testing tools.
Understanding of GxP or other healthcare data regulations.
Experience with non-relational data systems (e.g., MongoDB, CosmosDB).
Spanish and/or Catalan language skills.

Languages

English B2 level or higher
Spanish and/or Catalan languages a plus

The role

We’re looking for a Data Engineer to join our growing Data and AI Engineering team of professionals who thrive at the intersection of data, technology, and healthcare. Whether you're early in your career or already have hands-on experience, we welcome curious minds, team players, and problem-solvers eager to build high-quality data solutions for the life sciences industry.

At MIGx, you’ll contribute to modern data mesh and data fabric architectures, develop cloud-native pipelines, and help implement DataOps practices that ensure our systems are robust, observable, and production-ready.

What you'll do

Build and manage ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like Databricks, dbt, PySpark, and SQL.
Contribute to scalable data platforms across cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).
Implement and maintain CI/CD workflows using tools such as GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps.
Apply DataOps principles: pipeline versioning, testing, lineage, deployment automation, and monitoring.
Integrate automated data quality checks, profiling, and validation into pipelines.
Ensure strong data observability via logging, metrics, and alerting tools.
Collaborate on infrastructure as code for data environments using Terraform or similar tools.
Connect and orchestrate ingestion from APIs, relational databases, and file systems.
Work in agile teams, contributing to standups, retrospectives, and continuous improvement.

About MIGx

MIGx is a Swiss-based technology company specializing in data integration, cloud engineering, and AI/ML solutions. The company focuses on building robust data platforms and semantic data models for enterprise clients, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft technologies and cloud infrastructure. MIGx operates primarily in the DACH region, delivering high-value technical projects that require deep expertise in data engineering, DevOps, and full-stack development.

MIGx is expanding its operations into Spain, with a significant number of open roles in engineering and data disciplines. The company offers international professionals the opportunity to work on complex, enterprise-grade projects while being part of a growing team. With a Swiss headquarters and a focus on quality and innovation, MIGx provides a dynamic environment for technical talent looking to advance their careers in a cross-border setting.

Employees: 100
Headquarters: Zurich, Switzerland
Website: migx.ch

Good to know if you are moving

MIGx is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, offering a Swiss corporate culture with international project exposure.
The company is actively hiring in Spain, indicating a strategic expansion into the Spanish tech market.
Roles span data engineering, AI/ML, DevOps, and full-stack development, providing diverse opportunities for technical professionals.
Working at MIGx may involve collaboration with enterprise clients in the DACH region, offering valuable cross-border experience.