Data Engineer - Job ID: 1728

Ascendis Pharma is seeking a Data Engineer to build and maintain their cloud-native data platform, collaborating with analysts and product owners to deliver trustworthy data. The role involves designing scalable ETL pipelines, developing data models, facilitating collaboration, and implementing DevOps practices to ensure data quality and compliance. This position is part of a rapidly growing biopharmaceutical company with a mission to accelerate insight generation and expand access to therapies.

Requirements

• 3–7 years in Data Engineering or Analytics Engineering
• Advanced SQL and Python skills
• Solid experience in dimensional modeling
• Experience with Databricks or similar tools
• Ability to iterate fast, demo early, and measure impact
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Company-offered Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Company-provided short and long-term disability benefits
• Pet Insurance and Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Professional Development
• Health Saving Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various incentive compensation plans
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Mental Health resources
• Paid leave benefits for new parents