Lead Data Platform Engineer (German Speaker)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Data Platform Engineer (German Speaker) based in Italy.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced data platform engineer to lead the evolution of a large-scale, cloud-native data platform supporting business-critical analytics and reporting. In this hands-on technical leadership role, you will own the platform's architecture, operations, and long-term roadmap while driving continuous improvements in scalability, reliability, and data quality. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to transform business requirements into robust technical solutions and establish engineering best practices across the platform. Combining strategic decision-making with hands-on development, you will also champion AI-assisted engineering workflows to accelerate productivity and innovation. The position offers significant ownership, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape the future of a modern data ecosystem operating at massive scale. It is ideal for engineers who enjoy solving complex technical challenges while mentoring others and driving technical excellence.