Hybrid, Garching near Munich

We’re looking for a Senior Data Engineer for Amer Sports’ office in Garching,

Amer Sports is a global collective of iconic sports and outdoor brands, powered by a community of people who share a passion for authenticity, impact, and excellence. We bring together leading brands, talented teams, and a culture built on collaboration. If you’re looking for an environment where you can make an impact and grow your career, we invite you to explore the opportunity below.

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping and scaling Amer Sports’ enterprise data platform. You will design, build, and own end-to-end data products on the Databricks Lakehouse platform, supporting globally recognized brands such as Salomon, Arc’teryx, Peak Performance, Atomic, and Wilson. This role combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership, offering the opportunity to influence engineering standards, mentor other engineers, and contribute to the evolution of a modern, federated data ecosystem.

What you will be doing

• Designing and building scalable, reusable data pipelines using Databricks, Delta Live Tables, Auto Loader, Apache Spark, and Delta Lake.
• Developing and maintaining end-to-end data products across the Medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold).
• Delivering trusted and discoverable data assets consumable through Unity Catalog, Databricks SQL, Power BI, APIs, and Delta Sharing.
• Optimizing pipelines and data products for scalability, reliability, cost efficiency, and performance.
• Implementing automated data quality monitoring, lineage tracking, and governance standards.
• Collaborating with stakeholders across brands and functions to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Contributing to and driving adoption of engineering standards, best practices, CI/CD principles, and reusable design patterns.
• Acting as a technical reference point and mentor for junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews, architectural guidance, and knowledge sharing.
• Supporting cross-brand collaboration and helping shape the future direction of the enterprise data platform.
• Monitoring platform health, supporting incident resolution, and driving continuous improvements.
• You will report to the Director of Data Engineering.

What you need to succeed

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, including at least 3 years working with Databricks in enterprise environments.
• Proven experience designing and operating end-to-end data products across the Medallion architecture.
• Experience integrating complex enterprise systems such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP Datasphere, or other ERP platforms.
• Experience working in distributed, multi-team, or multi-brand environments.
• Ability to balance hands-on delivery with technical leadership and platform thinking.

Technical Expertise

• Deep expertise in Apache Spark (PySpark), Delta Lake, SQL, and Databricks Workflows.
• Strong hands-on experience with Unity Catalog, Delta Live Tables, Auto Loader, and Databricks SQL.
• Advanced Python skills for data engineering, testing, and automation.
• Strong understanding of Git-based workflows, CI/CD principles, automated testing, and deployment pipelines.
• Experience with Azure technologies including Azure Data Factory, Azure Blob Storage / ADLS, and Azure DevOps.
• Knowledge of data quality frameworks and governance tooling such as Great Expectations or Delta constraints.
• Familiarity with interoperability and data-sharing technologies including Delta Sharing, SAP Datasphere federation, and Snowflake integrations.

Languages & Certifications

• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Preferred certifications (not mandatory):
  • Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate or Professional
  • Databricks Certified Associate Developer for Apache Spark
  • Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203)
  • Azure Fundamentals

What we consider a plus

• Experience working in federated or decentralized enterprise data environments.
• Familiarity with Power BI Direct Lake and advanced analytical consumption models.
• Experience contributing to engineering standards, governance frameworks, or platform strategy.
• Basic knowledge of German is beneficial, but not required.

What’s in it for you

At Amer Sports, you’ll be part of a global community of people who care about what they do and how they do it. Across our teams and brands, we are driven by ambition, collaboration, and a shared purpose of elevating the world through sport.

• Employee product benefits: Enjoy access to employee discounts on quality products from our iconic brands.
• Financial security: Secure your financial future with subsidies for our company pension plan and employee profit-sharing plan.
• Discounts on quality products: Benefit from compelling discounts on our own-brand products (including Arc'teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Atomic, Peak Performance, and more).
• Commute with ease: Simplify your daily commute with benefits for public transportation.
• Job bike program: Choose a more sustainable commute with our job bike program, and experience the physical and mental health benefits.
• Global collaboration: Work with diverse, international teams and collaborate across brands, functions, and markets, learning from different perspectives along the way.
• Access to a global network of leading brands: Work within a global collective of iconic sports and outdoor brands, gaining exposure to different businesses, perspectives, and opportunities across Amer Sports.
• We’re in the game together: Join a culture built on trust, support, and shared responsibility, where progress is achieved together and success is celebrated as a team.
• Purpose‑driven environment: Be part of work that supports healthier, more active lives through our iconic sports and outdoor brands.
• Small teams, real impact: Contribute in small, trusted teams within a global company, where your ideas matter and your work can create real impact.
• Excellence in how we work: Join an environment where quality, innovation, and continuous improvement matter, and where people are encouraged to raise the bar in how work is done.
• Ambitious career development: Develop your skills through meaningful work, new challenges, and collaboration with experienced colleagues.
• Modern technologies and ways of working: Be part of teams that work with modern technologies and continuously evolve how we build, operate, and improve our digital solutions.
• IT: At Amer Sports, IT professionals have the chance to work on cutting-edge projects and implement advanced technologies, driving progress in a globally recognized company with prestigious brands.

What to expect from the recruitment process

1. CV screening: Every CV is reviewed by a human.
2. Phone screening: A conversation with Amer Sports’ HR manager to discuss the role, our organization, and your expectations.
3. Interviews: Usually 2–4 rounds, including interviews with the hiring manager and prospective team.
4. Feedback and decision: We aim to provide feedback throughout the process.

Interested?

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If you have any questions or need clarification at any stage of the application process or during your journey with us, please don't hesitate to reach out to talentacquisition@amersports.com (HR). Apply and join us in striving for excellence at each step!

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