Data Engineer Practice Lead

Title : Data Engineer Practice Lead

Type : Permanent contract

Start date : 2024

Location : Switzerland

About us

At Visium, we enable enterprise executives in defining their AI & Data strategy, execute large scale transformations and implement AI across operations, ensuring their organization becomes future-proof.

With expertise in strategy, architecture, cloud engineering, analytics, artificial intelligence and machine learning, we empower our clients to unleash and scale the power of their data.

We’re on a mission to pioneer a bright future and build future-proof and ethical organizations . Join the curious, the ambitious, the doers, the good-hearted, the ones who build a world we’re all in awe of our Visumees.

Ready to become one?

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Data Engineer Practice Lead to further expand and strengthen our Data & Cloud Engineering team.

You will be part of the top company management, owning the data engineering unit’s P&L, with a unique ability to influence and shape the company’s future direction.

Responsibilities

As a Data Engineering Practice Lead, you will be the ultimate data engineering leader at Visium and have a myriad of exciting responsibilities, such as :

• Develop and communicate a vision for the data engineering practice that aligns with company objectives, leverages emerging trends for growth, and fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Engage with potential and existing clients to understand their business needs and outline how we can solve their challenges & provide value
• Ensure the business unit performs well and grows over time
• Provide technical guidance to the team on complex data transformation initiatives
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to present our services, prepare proposals, and present capabilities, while building and maintaining strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and long-term client relationships.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality data engineering projects by overseeing project management, resource allocation, and implementing best practices to meet client expectations and deadlines.
• Encourage and oversee the development of new data engineering methodologies, tools, and services.
• Manage team performance, including setting objectives, conducting performance reviews, and promoting professional development.
• Recruit, train, and mentor data engineering and other team members.
• Work closely with other business units within the consultancy to integrate data engineering capabilities into broader service offerings.
• Collaborate with technology partners and vendors to enhance the practice’s capabilities.
• Ensure data engineering projects comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in data engineering or closely related field, with a progression from hands-on technical roles to managerial or leadership positions
• Experience in leading and managing data engineering teams, including hiring, training, and mentoring team members.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, large-scale data engineering projects from conception through to completion, including budget management, timeline adherence, and stakeholder communication.
• Technical Expertise : A deep understanding of data architecture, database management, ETL processes, big data technologies, and cloud services.

Hands-on experience with data engineering tools and technologies is crucial.

Client Acquisition & Engagement : A track record of successful client acquisition and engagement in a consulting environment, including requirements gathering, solution design, and stakeholder management.

Additional Qualifications

• Industry Certifications : Certifications related to data engineering, big data, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) or project management (PMP, Agile) are a Plus
• Communication Skills : Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral

Language

Fluent in English and German or French

Benefits

What we offer

• An exciting & dynamic work-environment with complex projects and an unlimited professional growth opportunity, alongside a diverse, knowledgeable, and passionate team of outstanding professionals united by shared values of Excellence, Ownership, Growth Mindset, Empathy and Integrity
• A yearly education budget to steep your learning curve
• A yearly sport budget because a fit body leads to a fit mind
• A flexible work culture that prioritizes your work-life balance.
• A role with significant impact, influencing the lives of thousands and driving the company's growth
• A competitive compensation package

Check our LinkedIn and website to learn more about us & don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.