Data Engineer

Technologies we use

Expected

• Azure Platform
• Azure Data Factory
• Databricks
• Unity Catalog
• Python
• SQL
• PySpark

Optional

• Google Cloud Platform
• BigQuery
• PubSub
• Kubernets
• Kafka
• Grafana
• Terraform

Operating system

• Windows
• Linux

About the project

We are looking for a Data Engineer to support two strategic data-driven initiatives within the Lufthansa Group ecosystem. If you enjoy working with large-scale data platforms, modern cloud technologies, and solving real business challenges, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to systems that support critical operational decision

Operations Decision Support Suite (OPSD)

OPSD is a holistic platform designed to support operational controllers in managing complex aviation environments and making proactive, data-driven decisions.

The solution integrates data from multiple operational domains, including:

-Airports

-Air Traffic Control

-Weather services

-Aircraft operations

-Crew management

The platform helps transform operational steering from reactive actions into proactive, data-driven decision-making.

OPS Data Delivery Team (OPS DDT)

OPS DDT is responsible for an enterprise data warehouse environment that collects, processes and delivers data across the Lufthansa Group, covering the following areas: Lufthansa Group fleet,

aircraft maintenance, flight operations, passenger transportation, baggage transportation

This is how we organize our work

Team size

20

This is how we work

• in house
• you develop several projects simultaneously
• you have influence on the technological solutions applied
• you have influence on the product
• you focus on product development
• agile
• scrum
• kanban

Your responsibilities

• Build and maintain scalable data pipelines using Python, SQL and PySpark.
• Develop data ingestion and transformation processes.
• Work with cloud-based data platforms and Databricks.
• Integrate data from multiple operational systems.
• Build data products that support aviation operations and decision-making.
• Work with APIs and data exchange services.
• Collaborate with data providers, engineers and business stakeholders.
• Contribute to CI/CD and automation.
• Participate in production support as part of the team.

Our requirements

• 2+ years of experience in Data Engineering.
• Strong Python and SQL skills.
• Hands-on experience building ETL/ELT/data pipelines.
• Experience with PySpark.
• Experience with at least one cloud platform (Azure or GCP).
• Experience working with Databricks or another modern data processing platform.
• Understanding of data integration, processing and storage.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written (B2/C1).
• Readiness to work in a hybrid model - 2 days in the office in Gdańsk.

Optional

• Azure Data Factory.
• Unity Catalog.
• Google Cloud Platform experience.
• Kafka.
• Kubernetes/Docker.
• Terraform.
• Grafana.

What we offer

• An international working environment, atmosphere that stimulates development.
• Individual career path.
• Stable employment under an employment contract.
• Lufthansa Group membership benefits.
• Flexible working time and place adjusted to employee’s needs. Possibility of starting your workday between 07:00 and 11:00.
• Support for your passion for sports within the local activity group and co-financing Multisport cards.
• Private medical care for employees and their family members.
• Life insurance.
• Modern office in Oliwa – great location and comfortable workspace.
• Atmosphere – small teams, high independence, real impact on the project.

Development opportunities we offer

• conferences in Poland
• external training
• industry-specific e-learning platforms
• intracompany training
• mentoring
• soft skills training
• substantive support from technological leaders
• technical knowledge exchange within the company

Benefits

• sharing the costs of sports activities
• life insurance
• flexible working time
• fruits
• corporate products and services at discounted prices
• integration events
• no dress code
• coffee / tea
• drinks
• parking space for employees
• leisure zone
• extra social benefits
• holiday funds
• sharing the costs of holidays for kids
• sharing the commuting costs

Why Join Us? 

-Work on strategic aviation and operational optimization solutions .

-Build enterprise-scale data products used across Lufthansa Group .

-Utilize modern technologies including Azure Databricks, PySpark, and cloud-native services .

-Collaborate with experienced international engineering teams.

-Influence critical business decisions through data-driven solutions .

-Contribute to projects with direct operational impact.

If you are passionate about Data Engineering, cloud technologies, and transforming data into business value, we'd love to hear from you.

Lufthansa Systems

Lufthansa Systems Poland is acclaimed and widely recognized provider of superior services and IT solutions for the aeronautical, logistic and financial industries. As a part of the Lufthansa Group we implement technological solutions and dedicated services.

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