Senior Data Engineer – Financial Technology (Hybrid)

About the role

A fast-growing financial technology business is expanding its Swiss team and is hiring a Senior Data Migration Engineer through a partner. This is a hands-on, client-facing role combining data engineering, financial services and software implementation, supporting clients with the migration and integration of investment and wealth management data. It is based in Zurich and works in a hybrid setting.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, transform, import and reconcile investment data
• Develop Python scripts, SQL queries and ETL workflows
• Support data migrations, integrations and system implementations
• Configure connections with custodian banks and financial systems
• Investigate data discrepancies and resolve migration and interface issues
• Work directly with clients and technical teams across Switzerland and Germany
• Take ownership of increasingly complex migration workstreams

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience with a strong project delivery track record
• Background in data migration, data integration or data engineering
• Experience within the financial services sector
• Understanding of investment transactions, portfolio positions and asset classes
• C1 German and C1 English

Required skills

• Python and SQL (5+ years)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with clients
• Advantageous: MongoDB, wealth management, asset management or financial software experience

What we offer

• Structured onboarding and training
• Direct client interaction and ownership of projects
• Opportunities for long-term progression and development
• Support from experienced technical and implementation teams
• Fitness and wellbeing benefits