Job Description
Continuing education programs
Location : Karl-Liebknecht-Straße 32 10178 Berlin
Department : IT - Software Engineering
Entry Level : Experienced professionals
Working Model : Full-time/Part-time
Schwarz Digits creates the technological foundation for digital decision-making freedom in Europe. As the IT and digital division of the Schwarz Group, we develop and manage the IT infrastructures for the retail divisions Lidl and Kaufland, as well as Schwarz Produktion and PreZero. At the same time, we operate as an independent provider in the external market, supporting companies throughout Europe in their digital transformation. We combine our core services in the areas of cloud computing, cybersecurity, data & AI, communication, and workspace. Contribute to digital decision-making freedom in Europe.
With us, you'll work at the intersection of agility and security: You'll benefit from fast decision-making processes, enjoy genuine creative freedom in your projects, and build upon the stable foundation of the Schwarz Group.
Your tasks
- You will develop robust data pipelines (Python + SQL) for the operation of a data warehouse and make a significant contribution to the definition and construction of a suitable data model.
- You are responsible for the operation of our data platform, which enables diverse user groups to make decisions.
- You will take on the technical leadership of an agile engineering team that covers the entire software development lifecycle: from requirements, architecture and design to implementation and testing, deployment, operations and support.
- You are responsible for the architecture, ensure product quality, and actively identify and reduce technical debt.
- You keep an eye on the costs, time and budget of development and make data-driven and holistic decisions.
- You lead a core engineering team through the development process, establish standards and ensure continuous process improvements.
- You are the first point of contact and sparring partner for the Product Owner, you accompany the requirements analysis and exchange ideas with key users.
- You will be responsible for the personal and professional development of the software engineers in your team.
Your profile
- Experience : You have at least 4 years of professional experience in data engineering or software development (outside of your studies) and are ready for a technical leadership role (or already have some initial experience).
- Tech Stack : You possess in-depth, practical knowledge in the design and management of a data warehouse and in software development in the backend (Python, etc.) as well as in the frontend (Vue, React, etc.).
- Cloud & Architecture : Cloud-native technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), analytical databases (BigQuery, Snowflake), and data warehousing are your daily tools. You have a strong understanding of architecture (including design patterns such as Strategy Pattern, Clean Code, and modular architectures).
- Quality & Operations : Automated testing, CI/CD, IT security, and deployment best practices are non-negotiable for you. Experience with highly scalable, data-intensive systems is a major plus.
- Agile Mindset & Leadership : You have a high level of initiative, work in a strongly data-driven manner, and enjoy sharing knowledge and taking your team to the next level.
- Languages : Very good English skills; German skills are a plus (or the willingness to improve them).
- Education : Completed IT studies or comparable training with sound practical experience.
Your contact person
Lara Schlimgen
Recruiter
- Email: recruiting@mail.schwarz
Your application process at a glance
1 Application : We love simplicity. Apply quickly and easily online, even without registration.
2 Checkup : Together with the relevant department, we will take a look at your documents.
3 Get to know : During an initial meeting, the focus is on both your personality and your professional qualifications.
4 Contract offer : Have we convinced each other? Then your employment contract will be sent to you digitally via email.
5 Welcome :Your first day with us is coming up and your individual onboarding with the team is starting. We're looking forward to meeting you!
About Schwarz Digits KG
We are the technology partner for a sovereign digital Europe. Through our digital products and services, we ensure maximum digital sovereignty. Our core expertise includes Cloud, Cybersecurity, Data and AI, Communication, and Workspace. We create the ideal environment for developing pioneering innovations for end customers, companies, and public sector organizations. As the IT and digital division of the Schwarz Group, our 8,000 employees provide the IT infrastructure and solutions for a vast ecosystem. In doing so, we are driving the future-proof development of both the entire organization and ourselves. Christian Müller, Co-CEO of Schwarz Digits: "Backed by the strength of Europe’s largest retailer, we build sovereign, reliable, and trustworthy IT solutions and digital services. Our unique selling point is that we are our own most demanding customer: We only offer IT solutions to the market - such as our STACKIT Cloud or XM Cyber’s security offerings - once they have proven to be stable and create real value within our own extensive and complex IT infrastructure." Rolf Schumann, Co-CEO of Schwarz Digits: "The importance of digital solutions has grown tremendously over the last decade. By offering digital products and services to the external market, we have developed promising business models that have gained significant momentum, especially in recent years. We are convinced that Schwarz Digits will further boost the visibility and scalability of our digital solutions and services." Get to know us here and at https://schwarz-digits.de/en https://schwarz-digits.de/en/imprint | https://schwarz-digits.de/en/privacy-policy