Data Engineering Lead (gn) - Global

Job Description

Intermate x SAMY – Shaping the State of Social

You will be joining SAMY – a global powerhouse leading the evolution of brand communication. Founded with a desire to challenge the status quo, we have grown from three employees to nearly 1,000 – from one office to over 20 locations worldwide, active in more than 55 markets. We connect creativity, technology, and culture to make brands matter in the social universe – for clients like The North Face, Microsoft, Diageo, and Samsung.

Intermate, our DACH powerhouse with more than 250 Mates in Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, and remote, is one of the largest social media and influencer agencies in the region – and lives every day what SAMY embodies on a global scale: social-first strategies, content produced in our own studios, close collaboration with creators, and data-driven campaigns powered by our own technology.

Note: Our application process is partly supported by an AI-powered assistant, which will conduct the initial introductory interview. You’ll receive more information as your application progresses.

WHAT YOU DO

As Data Engineering Lead, you are the technical backbone of our global data ecosystem. You build and own the infrastructure that our entire data strategy rests on – from pipeline to warehouse. You lead a small, highly motivated team of data engineers and work closely with the Global Analytics Lead and the Data Product Manager.

• You design, build, and maintain our global data warehouse and ETL/ELT pipelines. You set the standard for what the entire agency can achieve from a data perspective.
• You lead our team of data engineers, coaching them in best practices around code quality, documentation, and system reliability – creating an environment where everyone grows.
• As the technical counterpart to the Global Analytics Lead, you translate analytical visions into scalable, automated production models – turning ideas into real systems.
• You work closely with the Data Product Manager to ensure our internal data products are powered by efficient, high-performance, and cost-optimised data streams.

Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED

• 4–7 years of experience in data engineering – with a proven track record of building scalable data infrastructure
• Expert-level SQL and Python: writing clean, performant code is second nature to you
• Hands-on experience with modern cloud data warehouses (BigQuery, Snowflake, or Redshift)
• Experience with at least one data visualisation tool (Power BI or Looker)
• Solid proficiency in Git and modern version control workflows
• Familiarity with social media APIs and the unique challenges of unstructured data
• Leadership experience or experience mentoring engineers – and the ability to translate technical blockers into business solutions

Nice to have

• Interest in AI/ML – e.g. using LLMs to categorise social content at scale
• Multilingualism or experience working in multicultural, international teams
• A genuine feel for culture, creator ecosystems, and consumer behaviour

WHAT WE OFFER

• Onboarding & Support
  No one likes to be the new kid. With a structured onboarding process, a personal mate, and access to learning materials, you’ll feel like one of us from day one.
• First-class equipment
  Can’t work without my iPhone. With a MacBook, iPhone, and the latest Apple tech, you can work flexibly and efficiently – whether that’s from our classic old-building offices, from home, or on the go.
• Growth & development
  Rise & shine, darling! Your annual training budget gives you the freedom to invest in workshops, seminars, certified courses, or coaching sessions. This way, you can grow in exactly the direction that fits your goals.
• Flexible working
  “Ob das bei euch gerade genauso ist? I doubt it!” For up to six weeks a year, you can work remotely from within the EU. Our flexible working-time models make it easy to balance work and life. If you move or experience special life situations such as a bereavement, you’ll receive additional days off.
• More time off
  “It’s my birthday, I’mma spend my money.” On your birthday it’s: close the laptop and enjoy. In addition, December 24th and December 31st are days off. We celebrate anniversaries and birthdays with small surprises.
• Health & wellbeing
  Hot girl walk or heavy lift? With an Urban Sports Club membership, you decide whether yoga, Pilates, swimming, or strength training best supports your glow-up. nilo.health strengthens your mental health and offers sessions with psychologists or coaches. Through your access, up to five family members can also participate.
• Exclusive deals & extras
  It’s giving… perks! Benefit from attractive discounts with partners like plantclub, FutureBens, and many more. On top of that, you can choose one of these three benefits:
  • Givve Card – €50 credit per month, which you can use freely for whatever you love.
  • Mobiko – €65 monthly mobility budget, usable for the Deutschlandticket, fuel costs, and everything else it takes to get you from A to B.
  • Company pension plan – €50 monthly contribution to your occupational pension scheme.

Plus, our offices are dog-friendly. Snacks, fruit, and drinks are available to all mates free of charge at any time.