Senior Data Engineer (Migration & Innovation)

In Cyclad, we work with top international IT companies in order to boost their potential in delivering outstanding, cutting-edge technologies that shape the world of the future. We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer (L4-Migration/Innovation) to join a hybrid development team in Wrocław, the project focused on migrating legacy ETL solutions to a modern, cloud-based data platform on Microsoft Azure. The role combines hands-on data engineering, migration leadership, and innovation within a modern data ecosystem.

Project information:

• Type of project: IT services
• Office location: Wrocław and Poznań, Poland
• Work mode: Hybrid,1 day at office
• Budget: 140-160 PLN net /h - b2b
• Project length: Long term
• Only candidates with citizenship in the European Union and residence in Poland
• Start date: ASAP (depending on candidate's availability)

Project scope:

• Lead the migration of legacy ETL solutions (primarily on-premise tools such as Informatica) to a modern Azure-based data platform
• Analyze existing data workflows and plan migration activities to ensure performance, scalability, and minimal disruption
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to align requirements and execution
• Design, build, and optimize modern data pipelines using cloud-native tools and frameworks
• Contribute to the innovation and modernization of the overall data engineering landscape
• Ensure best practices in data reliability, performance, and maintainability

Requirements:

• Approximately 8 years of experience in data engineering or related roles
• Proficiency with traditional data warehouse and ETL solutions, with Informatica, is considered a strong advantage
• Hands-on experience with Python and PySpark for building and optimizing data pipelines
• Practical exposure to Databricks for modern data engineering solutions
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure
• Proven ability to design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable data pipelines
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business stakeholders, DevOps, and infrastructure teams
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in complex, distribute environments
• Very good English skills

Nice to have:

• Background in large-scale data migration or modernization projects
• CI/CD practices in data engineering environments
• Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance in cloud platforms

We offer:

• Hybrid working model in Wroclaw or Poznan
• Full-time job agreement based on b2b
• Private medical care with dental care (covering 70% of costs) + rehabilitation package. Family package option possible
• Multisport card (also for an accompanying person)
• Life insurance