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 the 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, distributed 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