Senior Data Engineer - HR (m/f/d)

Hybrid/ Garching near Munich

We’re looking for Senior Data Engineer - HR for Amer Sports’ office in Garching near Munich

Amer Sports is a global collective of iconic sports and outdoor brands, powered by a community of people who share a passion for authenticity, impact, and excellence. We bring together leading brands, talented teams, and a culture built on collaboration. If you’re looking for an environment where you can make an impact and grow your career, we invite you to explore the opportunity below.

In this role, you will build the data foundations that power workforce insights for thousands of employees around the world. Working at the intersection of HR, technology and data, you will design modern data solutions that connect information from Workday, learning platforms and other HR systems into a trusted, scalable and privacy‑compliant analytics ecosystem.

What you will be doing

Design and build modern HR data pipelines

• Develop scalable data pipelines that integrate workforce data from Workday, learning management systems and other HR platforms.
• Connect systems through APIs, connector frameworks and file‑based integrations.
• Ensure reliable and efficient movement of data across the HR technology landscape.

Create a unified people data foundation

• Build reusable data models that combine information from multiple HR systems into a trusted and governed source of truth.
• Design and maintain Medallion Architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold) for workforce datasets.
• Enable flexible reporting and self‑service analytics across HR functions.

Drive privacy and data governance

• Implement role‑based access controls, data masking and security mechanisms for sensitive employee data.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR, internal privacy standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Help establish best practices for responsible workforce data management.

Enable insightful HR analytics

• Deliver high‑quality data products supporting reporting on headcount, attrition, talent acquisition, learning and compensation.
• Provide trusted datasets for Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud and other analytics solutions.
• Improve data accessibility while maintaining the highest standards of data protection.

Improve data quality and reliability

• Develop automated quality checks and monitoring processes.
• Define and maintain data quality standards for critical HR KPIs.
• Collaborate with system owners to proactively resolve data issues.

Partner with HR stakeholders globally

• Work closely with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards and People Analytics teams.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Support users in understanding and trusting their HR data and reporting.

What you need to succeed

• 3-5 years of experience in data engineering, analytics engineering or related data‑focused roles.
• At least 2 years of experience working with HR systems, ideally Workday.
• Experience handling sensitive personal data in compliance with GDPR or similar privacy regulations.
• Experience integrating multiple business or HR systems in international environments.
• Advanced SQL for data modelling, transformation and analysis.
• Databricks (Delta Lake, Delta Live Tables, Unity Catalog, Databricks SQL) and/or Snowflake.
• Python, PySpark or pandas for data engineering and automation.
• Workday APIs, including REST and RaaS (Reports‑as‑a‑Service).
• Building scalable cloud‑based data pipelines and data marts.
• Implementing row‑level security, column masking and role‑based access control.
• Git‑based development workflows and CI/CD principles.
• HR reporting solutions such as Power BI, SAP Analytics Cloud or similar BI platforms.
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Informatics, Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Professional proficiency in English. Basic German language skills.
• Ability to take ownership and strive for excellence in how work is planned, executed, and improved
• Motivation to learn, grow, and continuously develop skills
• Motivation to contribute to work that supports healthier, more active lives

What we consider a plus

• Experience with SAP SuccessFactors, Cornerstone, Degreed or other HR platforms.
• Familiarity with Workday Prism Analytics or Workday People Analytics.
• Experience working in multi‑brand, global organizations.
• Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate or similar cloud/data engineering certifications.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate.

What’s in it for you

At Amer Sports, you’ll be part of a global community of people who care about what they do and how they do it. Across our teams and brands, we are driven by ambition, collaboration, and a shared purpose of elevating the world through sport.

• Global collaboration: Work with diverse, international teams and collaborate across brands, functions, and markets, learning from different perspectives along the way.
• Access to a global network of leading brands: Work within a global collective of iconic sports and outdoor brands, gaining exposure to different businesses, perspectives, and opportunities across Amer Sports.
• We’re in the game together: Join a culture built on trust, support, and shared responsibility, where progress is achieved together and success is celebrated as a team.
• Purpose‑driven environment: Be part of work that supports healthier, more active lives through our iconic sports and outdoor brands.
• Small teams, real impact: Contribute in small, trusted teams within a global company, where your ideas matter and your work can create real impact.
• Excellence in how we work: Join an environment where quality, innovation, and continuous improvement matter, and where people are encouraged to raise the bar in how work is done.
• Employee product benefits: Enjoy access to employee discounts on quality products from our iconic brands.
• Ambitious career development: Develop your skills through meaningful work, new challenges, and collaboration with experienced colleagues.
• Modern technologies and ways of working: Be part of teams that work with modern technologies and continuously evolve how we build, operate, and improve our digital solutions.
• IT: At Amer Sports, IT professionals have the chance to work on cutting‑edge projects and implement advanced technologies, driving progress in a globally recognized company with prestigious brands.

What to expect from the recruitment process

• CV screening: Every CV is reviewed by a human.
• Phone screening: A conversation with Amer Sports’ HR manager to discuss the role, our organization, and your expectations.
• Interviews: Usually 1–2 rounds, including interviews with the hiring manager and prospective team.
• Case studies or assessments: Your role may require practical tests, such as presentations or case studies.
• Feedback and decision: We aim to provide feedback throughout the process.

If you have any questions or need clarification at any stage of the application process or during your journey with us, please don't hesitate to reach out to (HR).