Senior Data Engineer
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Who we Are
At Grant Thornton Greece, we’re not just part of a global network of 76,000 professionals across 156 countries. We’re independent thinkers who prioritize quality, inclusion, and integrity to create a better, more personal experience for our clients and our team. Our mission? To deliver expertise in a way that goes beyond — Personal, Proactive, and Agile.
We don’t predict the future here—we shape it. 🚀
Milestones WE are Proud of
🏆 Great Place to Work certified for four years running!
🌟Best Workplaces Hellas for 2025 & 2026!
👩💼 Best Workplaces for Women for three consecutive years!
⭐Best Workplace in Professional Services & Consulting for 2025 & 2026!
🌈 Proud members of the Diversity Charter Greece and certified with the SHARE Equality Label
🏠 Flexible way of Working (Hybrid)
🧠Coaching & Counseling from Senior Professionals
The role in detail
We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary Senior Data Engineer to join our AI Center of Excellence. In this pivotal role, you will lead the design and implementation of advanced data solutions that power AI and machine learning initiatives across the enterprise. As a strategic member of our technology team, you'll architect modern data platforms on Azure, drive engineering excellence, and enable data-driven decision-making at scale. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI infrastructure, working with cutting-edge tools, collaborating with top-tier talent, and solving complex data challenges in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. If you thrive on innovation, leadership, and building world-class data systems, we want to hear from you.
The key responsibilities of this role will include:
Architecting and implementing big data platforms using Azure Databricks, Synapse Analytics, Data Factory, and Data Lake Storage Gen2
Leading the development of scalable, secure, and high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines
Designing and optimizing data storage and processing architectures to support advanced analytics and machine learning use cases
Ensuring data security, integrity, and compliance across Azure environments
Collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to define data architecture standards and strategies
Driving the adoption of CI/CD pipelines, automation, and infrastructure as code using Azure DevOps
Supporting the data engineering team through mentorship, technical leadership, and hands-on solution delivery
To be successful at this role you need the following (hard and soft skills):
4-6 years of experience in Data Engineering role with expertise in Azure data stack, including Databricks, Synapse Analytics, Data Factory, Data Lake Gen2, and Fabric
Deep knowledge of big data technologies, especially Apache Spark and Kafka
Advanced programming skills in Python and SQL for data manipulation, transformation, and orchestration
Strong understanding of data warehousing principles and data modeling techniques
Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automation workflows, and IaC using Azure DevOps
Solid grasp of cloud security, compliance, and data governance standards
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex data needs into scalable architectural solutions
Effective communicator who can engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Leadership mindset with experience guiding teams and setting engineering standards
Agile, adaptable, and comfortable working in Scrum or Kanban delivery environments
Passionate about innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Data Engineer Associate, Solutions Architect Expert, DevOps Engineer Expert)
Track record of delivering in fast-paced, high-stakes environments
What’s in it for You?
At Grant Thornton Greece, we believe that great work deserves great rewards! Here’s what you can look forward to:
🌈 Diverse and inclusive workplace
🏋️♂️ Friendly, Dynamic Working environment
💰 Competitive Salary & Bonus
🩺 Insurance Program for all GT members
👩🏫 Fully funded Training & Professional Qualifications
🏖 Extra Days-off: August Freedays, Volunteering Days, Early leave days
🏃🏽♂️ Corporate Sports Teams (e.g., Running, Basketball, Volleyball)
🎁 Exclusive Discounts: Special offers and discounts for employees
🚗 Company Car (depending on job level)
Ready to Go Beyond?
If you're imagining a career that’s anything but ordinary, then Grant Thornton Greece is the place for you! We don’t just do business as usual—we go beyond. Ready to take that leap?
Simply upload your up-to-date CV, hit "apply", and we’ll handle the rest! ✨
We are Grant Thornton. We go beyond business as usual, so you can too.
#WelcomeToMore #GoBeyondWithUs
- Department
- AI Center of Excellence
- Role
- Data Engineer
- Locations
- Athens, Athens_Andrianiou
- Remote status
- Hybrid
- Contract type
- Full-time
- Seniority
- Medior, Senior
About Grant Thornton
The Grant Thornton culture is one of our most valuable assets and has steered us in the right direction for more than 100 years.
Today's world demands a culture that embraces change. We welcome fresh thinking and encourage people throughout the network to bring something new.
We focus on creating physical and virtual environments that promote health and wellbeing; psychologically safe places where people can be themselves, able to speak out, challenge, contribute fully and expect to be treated with respect and fairness.
Our open-minded culture leaves space for a diverse range of opinions that can challenge conventional thinking.