Data Platform Owner Databricks (a), 80-100% — Bachem AG
- Location
- Bubendorf
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 37 days ago
Full description
To drive our continuous organic growth, we are constantly looking for highly qualified professionals. To strengthen our team in Global IT, we are looking for a Data Platform Owner Databricks (a), 80-100%
Your tasks
- Own the Databricks platform end to end, including strategy, architecture, operations, security, compliance, cost, and roadmap
- Lead the transition to a production-grade, GxP-qualified lakehouse on AWS, including standardized Dev/Test/Prod environments
- Define platform architecture and standards for Unity Catalog, workspaces, compute, networking, data layers, Infrastructure as Code, and CI/CD
- Establish scalable data ingestion and integration patterns for systems such as SAP, MES, LIMS, eQMS, and ELN
- Ensure GxP compliance, platform qualification, data integrity (ALCOA+), audit readiness, access control, change control, and backup/recovery
- Manage day-to-day platform operations, including monitoring, incident, problem, change, release, security, and access management
- Drive FinOps and vendor management, ensuring cost transparency, optimization, licensing, support, and effective partner collaboration
- Enable self-service data capabilities through guardrails, onboarding, documentation, and a community of practice, while coordinating internal and external platform resources
Your profile
- 5+ years of experience in data platform engineering or ownership, including 3+ years managing Databricks in production end to end
- Strong hands-on expertise in Unity Catalog, Delta Lake, workspace administration, cluster/job management, and Databricks SQL
- Experience running Databricks on AWS, with solid knowledge of IAM, VPC, S3, and KMS
- Good understanding of GxP requirements and regulated environments, including GAMP 5, ALCOA+, CSV, 21 CFR Part 11, EU GMP Annex 11, and change control
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD, such as Terraform, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or Databricks Asset Bundles
- Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts and trade-offs for business, quality, and leadership stakeholders
- Experience in pharma, biotech, or CDMO environments and/or qualification and validation of cloud data platforms is an advantage
- Familiarity with data integration, governance, OT/IT data flows, and ML/AI workloads
- Databricks certifications and German language skills are a plus
Our offer
- A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development and training opportunities
- Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction
- Company‑run daycare center on the Bachem Campus in Bubendorf
- 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem AG as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
- Access to benefits platforms with discounts from external partners
- Fresh, healthy and varied food in our staff restaurant
- A wide range of free sports activities on the Bachem Campus
Would you like to drive innovation together with us?
We look forward to receiving your complete application documents via our application portal.
Learn more about the Bachem Group and get inspired by our exciting work environment at our location in Bubendorf!
Questions about this listing
What salary does Bachem AG offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Bubendorf is CHF 72'500 - 110'500 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Bachem AG. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Bachem AG offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Bachem AG during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Basel?
EU/EFTA citizens living in an EU/EFTA state can apply for a G permit and can work anywhere in Switzerland: border zones no longer apply to them, and they must return home at least once a week. The Swiss employer files the request with Canton Basel's migration office after the contract is signed. Processing times vary by canton, so confirm the specifics with Basel's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Bachem AG?
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