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Senior Software & Data Engineer

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  • Level
    Senior
  • Job Field
    Data, Back End
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment
  • Location
    Essen
  • Working Model
    Onsite
  • Job Summary

    In this role, you will design scalable backend applications and APIs, develop cloud-based solutions, and promote seamless data exchange to support the engineering department in renewable energy activities.

    Job Technologies

    Your role in the team

    • The Methods & Tools team enables the digital transformation of RWE Offshore Wind's engineering department.
    • As a Data & AI Engineer, you will design, develop, and scale backend applications, databases, APIs, and cloud-based solutions that support engineering and renewable energy activities at RWE Offshore Wind.
    • In close collaboration with the Product Owners of Methods & Tools as well as subject matter experts from across the engineering team, you will drive platform integration, data governance, AI-powered solutions, and the development of robust, mission-critical digital products.
    • Leadership in the design and maintenance of scalable backend services, APIs, databases, and cloud-native applications.
    • Definition and further development of the integration strategy across tools and data platforms to create centralized and scalable solution frameworks that enable business growth and operational efficiency.
    • Enabling seamless data exchange and interoperability between functions and operating companies.
    • Leadership in the implementation and further development of AI-powered automation, analysis, and reporting solutions.
    • Strengthening Data Governance and maintaining trustworthy central data sources ('Single Sources of Truth').
    • Scaling and improving existing tools to increase resilience, reduce risks, and maximize business value.
    • Collaboration with Product Owners, Engineers, and Subject Matter Experts to deliver effective solutions.
    • Promotion of engineering excellence and best practices in the areas of design, testing, documentation, and software deployment.
    • Assuming technical leadership as well as mentoring and coaching within the engineering teams to promote best practices and continuous improvement.

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    Our expectations of you

    Education

    • Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, or a related field.

    Experience

    • More than 8 years of experience in backend or software engineering roles.
    • Solid knowledge of Python development, including experience with REST APIs.
    • Experience with SQL databases; knowledge of NoSQL and vector databases is a plus.
    • Experience with Azure or comparable cloud platforms, including Docker and Kubernetes.
    • Experience with Git, CI/CD, testing, and agile development methodologies.
    • Experience with modern data platforms, preferably Databricks, as well as with the development of AI applications using LLMs, Agents, RAG, and frameworks for workflow orchestration.
    • Strong analytical skills, problem-solving competence, and excellent communication skills, as well as experience in large, complex corporate organizations; fluent English skills.

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    What we offer

    • Start at the earliest possible date, full-time, permanent.

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    Benefits

    Work-Life-Integration

    Higher Take-Home Pay

    Health, Fitness & Fun

    Food & Drink

    Topics You Will Work On

    Job Locations

    • Location Essen

      Nordrhein-Westfalen

      Germany

    About Your Employer

    RWE AG

    RWE AG

    RWE AG is an essential part of the European energy system, ensuring security of supply for Europe. With its three operating segments - lignite & nuclear power, European electricity generation from gas, coal, hydropower and biomass, and energy trading - it is one of the leading European energy companies.

    Description

  • Company Size
    250+ Employees
  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Power Sector, Economy
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    Senior Software & Data Engineer

    Location
    Essen
    Working Model
    Onsite
    Diversity
    Open for all genders

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