TRCI-26-04891
Data Engineer (ETL/ELT, SQL/Python, Docker/Kubernetes)
Contract Data Engineer needed in Madrid (hybrid 2–3 days onsite) to design, build, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines and production data workflows. The role focuses on orchestration/automation of ingestion and transformations, data governance (lineage, documentation, security, GDPR), data quality monitoring, and performance optimization. Strong SQL and Python are required, along with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), CI/CD, and experience working in Agile teams. Fluent English is mandatory; Spanish is a strong plus. Initial 6-month contract starting Oct 19 with possible 3-month extension.
Position summary
- Location
- Spain
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- Minimum 3 years and Maximum 10 years
Role overview
Why This Role Matters.
Contract Data Engineer needed in Madrid (hybrid 2–3 days onsite) to design, build, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines and production data workflows. The role focuses on orchestration/automation of ingestion and transformations, data governance (lineage, documentation, security, GDPR), data quality monitoring, and performance optimization. Strong SQL and Python are required, along with containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), CI/CD, and experience working in Agile teams. Fluent English is mandatory; Spanish is a strong plus. Initial 6-month contract starting Oct 19 with possible 3-month extension.
Your Impact
Deliver Enterprise Value
Help organisations solve complex business problems through modern technology, consulting expertise and measurable outcomes.
Collaboration
Work Across Teams
Collaborate with consultants, architects, engineers and client stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Growth
Learn Continuously
Gain exposure to enterprise technologies, certifications, mentoring and real-world project experience.
Career Path
Grow With Ubique
Build a long-term consulting career with opportunities to take on greater responsibility and leadership over time.
Responsibilities
What You'll Be Doing.
Every role at Ubique contributes directly to solving meaningful business challenges for our clients.
Technology stack
Tools & Technologies.
The platforms and technologies you'll use to build modern, enterprise-grade solutions.
ETL
ELT
data pipelines
pipeline orchestration
SQL
Python
Docker
Kubernetes
CI/CD
data governance
data lineage
GDPR
data quality
performance optimization
Agile
AWS
Apache Airflow
Requirements
Skills & Experience.
We value curiosity, collaboration and continuous learning. If you don't meet every requirement but believe you can make an impact, we'd still love to hear from you.
Essential
Required Qualifications
3–4 years data engineering experience
ETL/ELT pipeline design and maintenance
Pipeline orchestration (tool not specified)
Strong SQL
Strong Python
Containerization: Docker
Containerization: Kubernetes
CI/CD pipelines
Data governance: data lineage
Data governance: documentation
Data governance: security
GDPR compliance knowledge
Data quality monitoring (consistency/quality checks)
Performance optimization for pipelines and databases
Agile delivery experience
Fluent English
Preferred
Nice to Have
AWS
Apache Airflow
Spanish language
What you'll gain
More Than Just A Job.
We're committed to helping every team member grow professionally, personally and technically while working on meaningful projects.
Global Exposure
Collaborate with international clients and multicultural teams on enterprise programmes.
Continuous Learning
Expand your expertise through mentoring, certifications and hands-on project experience.
Career Growth
Take ownership, develop leadership skills and grow your consulting career over time.
Flexible Working
Hybrid and remote collaboration designed around trust and delivering exceptional outcomes.
People First
Join a supportive culture where collaboration, respect and long-term relationships come first.
Enterprise Projects
Work on meaningful technology initiatives for leading organisations across industries.
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