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Data Architect

Job

  • Level
    Senior
  • Location
    Gelsenkirchen
  • Working Model
    Onsite
  • Job Field
    Database, Back End
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment

Job Summary

In this role, you design the data architecture, develop ETL pipelines with Apache Spark, shape the Databricks Lakehouse architecture, and implement robust data governance to optimize data integration and usage.

Job Technologies

Your role in the team

  • You design and integrate the data and system landscape of FC Schalke 04 and consolidate data from ERP, CRM, POS, and ticketing systems within a modern cloud infrastructure.
  • You design and oversee the Databricks Lakehouse architecture and establish best practices such as the Medallion design for the structured preparation of data assets.
  • As a Data Engineer, you independently develop high-performance and scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines based on Apache Spark, Python, and SQL.
  • You translate complex system relationships into structured and reliable data models.
  • You further develop data governance and metadata management, thereby creating a reliable 'Single Source of Truth' for the entire association.
  • You manage the technical integration of new source systems via modern API interfaces and ensure seamless integration into the existing data landscape.
  • You advise the digital team as well as the specialist departments on the optimal use of data and support them in maximizing data-driven potentials.

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Our expectations of you

Education

  • You have a completed degree in (Business) Informatics, Data Science, or a comparable qualification, and you bring several years of professional experience in data architecture or senior data engineering.

Qualifications

  • You are proficient with the common tools of the modern Data Stack (e.g., Spark, SQL, Python) and are confident in handling cloud platforms (such as Azure or AWS).
  • You are characterized by a strong hands-on mentality - you love to strategically plan architectures, but you also enjoy building and optimizing pipelines yourself.
  • You have strong analytical thinking skills, work in a structured manner, and can explain complex technical concepts in a way that non-technical people can understand.
  • You identify with the values of FC Schalke 04 and are eager to actively shape the data-driven future of our traditional club.

Experience

  • You possess a deep understanding of modern data architectures (Data Lakehouse, Delta Lake) and have already gained substantial practical experience working with Databricks.

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What we offer

  • You will be given exciting tasks in a dynamically growing industry with a variety of training opportunities.
  • You benefit from flexible working hours and a clear policy on remote work.
  • You will become part of a team with a very good working atmosphere, flat hierarchies, and a culture of informal address up to the executive board.
  • You benefit from attractive social benefits such as company pension schemes, bike leasing, and a transparent salary structure.
  • You use free employee parking, receive employee free tickets for the games, and enjoy event discounts for the VELTINS Arena.
  • You secure discounts in our fan shops as well as corporate benefits and participate in team events and company celebrations.
  • You enjoy delicious employee meals as well as a wide selection of hot and cold beverages and many other benefits that make your workday special.

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Benefits

Work-Life-Integration

Health, Fitness & Fun

Topics You Will Work On

Job Locations

  • Location Gelsenkirchen

    Nordrhein-Westfalen

    Germany

About Your Employer

FC Gelsenkirchen-Schalke 04 e.V.

FC Gelsenkirchen-Schalke 04 e.V.

FC Gelsenkirchen-Schalke 04 e.V. is a renowned sports club from Gelsenkirchen that focuses on professional football. The club has a close connection to the city and the Ruhr area and supports community life and club spirit. Schalke 04 embodies passion and emotion in sports.

Description

  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Sports, Leisure
Location
Gelsenkirchen
Working Model
Onsite
Diversity
Open for all genders

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