- Location
- Belgrade - Bulevar kralja Aleksandra 28, Serbia · Leiria · Vila Real · Prague · Lisbon · Brno
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Description:
We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.
At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the experience economy. Whether we’re building the next great app, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions of users, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions, it’s all in the name of crafting experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by dentsu's legacy of innovation and creativity originating in Japan, we’ve spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, and connect meaningfully with their audiences.
We’ve been named a global “Leader” by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management.
We are looking for someone able to:
Assist in the design and implementation of data architecture. As data architect you will work closely with business stakeholders, business analysts and data engineers to implement the different levels of data models.
Provide thought leadership and drive architecture of enterprise analytics platforms, customer platforms, and other solutions to deliver scalable implementations using the latest cloud technologies in AWS/Azure/GCP, BI platforms like Fabric and Snowflake.
Work with various data stakeholders to understand the respective requirements in terms of functionality and the use of data concepts
Translate business goals and use cases into technical solutions to deliver actionable insights for various business processes, especially in the area of sales, finance, e-commerce, manufacturing/logistics, banking or CRM. Become the technical SPoC for all stakeholders, including C-level executives.
Helping business/data analysts in the definition of specifications and define data mappings
Apply effective governance methods for long-term scalability, high availability, fault tolerance, and solution elasticity in alignment with enterprise architecture, security and infrastructure guidelines and standards.
Provide supervision and guidance to the implementation team (data engineers, data scientists, BI consultants, ..) to ensure the project is implemented as per business requirements
Support pre-sales by proposing a technical solution and effort estimates
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a technology-related field (e.g. Engineering, Computer Science, IT, etc.)
3+ years experience in design and build of data solutions, a combination of relevant areas:
CRM data modelling
Large-scale Data Lake / Datawarehouse (DWH) solutions
Big data pipelines / ETL / APIs (data ingestion, processing, transformation and activation) development, preferably in cloud-based tools/infrastructure
Business Intelligence projects, using BI tools like PowerBI, Tableau, and other
Machine Learning and AI oriented solutions
A minimum of 5 years of experience with Entity Relationship Models, Data Modeling techniques and Methodologies
Understanding data concepts and patterns (Data Mesh, Data Lake, Master Data Management, data quality, lambda architectures, streaming processing)
Having a good business acumen, especially in sales, finance, e-commerce, manufacturing/logistics, banking or CRM areas
Proficient in architecture methodologies and tools like diagraming (draw.io, Sparks EA, Confluence) and standards (Archimate, TOGAF)
Strong technical leadership, mentorship and collaboration
Strong project management and organizational skills
Preferred Skills:
Proven track of handling large Architecture Review Board discussions
Strong knowledge with SQL
Experience with full software development lifecycle (CI/CD), including development skills using programming languages like Python/Java/Scala/C++ and relational/NoSQL databases
Experience in Data Modeling tools such as ER/Studio, Orbus, Oracle Data Modeler, Erwin Modeler, Power Designer, or similar
Good knowledge of metadata management
Experienced with Agile methodologies (SCRUM, SAFE).
Written and spoken French
Why choose Merkle?
Innovation at Our Core: As part of dentsu’s global network, Merkle pushes the boundaries of customer experience, integrating creativity, technology, and data to drive real-world impact. For over 35 years, we’ve been innovating to meet the changing needs of our clients.
Global Reach with Local Expertise: With over 16,000 employees across 30+ countries, and part of a 70,000 employees network at dentsu, Merkle blends global insights with a deep understanding of local markets to deliver personalized, effective solutions.
Collaborative Culture: At Merkle, your ideas and contributions truly matter. You’ll join a team that fosters innovation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. Together, we work on impactful international projects, making meaningful connections every step of the way.
What’s in It for You?
Global Perspective: As part of a dentsu company, collaborate with over 70,000 talented colleagues across 145 countries to drive innovation on a global scale.
Flexibility & Balance: Enjoy hybrid work models, adaptable hours, and home office options.
Inclusive & Supportive Culture: We celebrate diversity and foster a respectful workplace where every team member’s unique perspective is valued, and everyone is welcome.
Well-balanced reward package: We offer competitive salaries, volunteer days, wellness days, modern offices, and a multi-cultural environment that fosters creativity and innovation.
Innovation-Driven Work: Contribute to projects that are reshaping industries and driving transformation with next-generation technologies and strategies.
Purpose-Driven Culture: Be part of an organization that fosters sustainable growth for brands, people, and society—where every contribution makes a meaningful impact.
Growth Opportunities: Expand your skills through training, mentorship, and data-driven projects that reshape customer experience and business outcomes. Explore opportunities in the whole dentsu network to expand your reach.
*many more attractive benefits are waiting for you, for more details regarding additional benefits, please ask your recruiter.
Ready to join the team? Shape your unique career and reach your full potential. Apply now and join us in transforming the future together.
*At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society."
We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
#LI-MERKLE #LI-SOFI
Location:
BelgradeBrand:
MerkleTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
Permanent