Sr IT Data Engineer

Rentschler Biopharma is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) for biopharmaceuticals. From our headquarters in Laupheim, Germany, and our site in Milford, MA, USA, we offer end-to-end solutions, including bioprocess development and manufacturing, as well as related consulting activities such as project management and regulatory support. In Stevenage, UK, we have launched Rentschler ATMP Ltd. dedicated to cell and gene therapies. We are a family-owned company with approximately 1,400 employees from 25 nationalities. What unites us at Rentschler Biopharma is the passion for what we do. We empower our clients to help patients with serious or rare diseases. With our dedication and expertise, we convert medical research into outstanding biopharmaceuticals, providing an important contribution to the global availability of essential therapies. Going forward, we are expanding our team to ensure our long-term sustainable growth. Join us and be part of a unique journey, shaping the future of biopharmaceutical manufacturing together!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and operate technology platforms in data warehousing, big data, and analytics for efficient data processing and storage.
• Ensure responsible handling of data by guiding the development of a group-wide data catalog.
• Develop and optimize data models, schemas, and storage solutions for efficient data retrieval and analysis.
• Define and implement data governance architecture and standards with IT, data science, and business stakeholders; deliver on the next phase of our data lake based on data governance.
• Evaluate, recommend, and implement new data technologies and tools to enhance our data infrastructure.
• Develop and operate complex ETL pipelines to manage large datasets from diverse sources, adhering to IT data management best practices.
• Design and deliver data integration to support operational and project-based requirements, structuring processes for data management and governance initiatives.
• Enable the delivery of data services with data scientists and IT colleagues to fulfill client demands.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of data systems, processes, and workflows for compliance with governance, security policies, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics, Informatics, Bioinformatics, or a comparable field (highly preferred).
• 5+ years of relevant IT experience in a dynamic environment.
• Advanced programming skills, preferably in SQL, Python, or PowerShell.
• Deep data analytics experience including data modeling and visualization.
• Extensive experience in managing data services in a Business Insights (BI) and Big Data environment, especially within Microsoft SQL, Azure, Hadoop, and Spark.
• Strong experience with agile software development and ETL routes; adept with databases (especially MS SQL).
• Ability to apply flexibility and creativity in digitalization projects using data services; skilled in problem analysis, design thinking, and prototyping.
• Organized with strong project management skills and a customer-oriented approach in stakeholder interaction.
• Strong communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to work under pressure; excited to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across environments.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills; fluency in German is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft M365 suite of productivity software.