Jr Data Engineer

Founded in 1878 by Silviano Venchi, Venchi has become a global leader in chocolate and gelato, blending Italian tradition with a commitment to craftsmanship and well-being. With over 145 years of history, Venchi offers more than 350 chocolate recipes and 90 gelato flavors, adhering to the highest quality standards while embracing the principles of the Mediterranean diet. The company focuses on enhancing life quality, social connections, and environmental respect through its products. Supported by over 1,600 employees, Venchi operates more than 180 stores in over 70 countries, with headquarters in Milan, a factory in Cuneo and 4 regional offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai, New York, and Beijing. Join us at Venchi and be part of a story that celebrates moments of cheerfulness with indulgent products crafted for your well‑being.

Your Mission

We are seeking a Jr Data Engineer to join our team based in Milan and Cuneo. The Data Engineer will work in our Data Engineering team and be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the data architecture for our organization. The ideal candidate will be passionate about data and will have experience building and optimizing data pipelines, data models, and ETL processes. The Data Engineer will work closely with our data scientists and other stakeholders to develop and implement data solutions that meet our business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust data architecture
• Develop and optimize data pipelines and ETL processes
• Design and implement data models and schemas
• Work with stakeholders to understand their data needs and build solutions that meet those needs
• Ensure data quality and integrity
• Troubleshoot and resolve data‑related issues
• Develop and maintain documentation for data processes and solutions
• Keep up‑to‑date with industry trends and developments in data engineering.

The Ideal Candidate

• Master’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or similar
• 1+ years of experience in data engineering or related field
• Available for some business trips to other cities and abroad.
• Fluent English, other languages are a plus.
• Experience on any cloud provider - Azure/AWS/GCP
• Experience with code versioning tools (i.e. GitHub)
• Strong proficiency in SQL
• Experience with data modeling and schema design
• Experience with ETL tools and processes
• Knowledge of software development best practices
• Knowledge of Databricks
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Interest for the consumer goods and digital industry
• … and of course a chocolate and gelato lover!

What We Offer

• Celebrate Success: Annual results‑based bonus, with the option to convert it into welfare benefits.
• Lifelong Learning: You'll benefit from dedicated training plans for the development of your soft skills.
• Flexibility and Balance: Benefit from flexible working hours and hybrid work options.
• Global Vision, Local Flavour: Join a passionate, creative team where innovation thrives. From our global HQ in the heart of the city, near our iconic stores, help bring the Venchi experience to life. Together, we craft excellence, from sourcing premium ingredients to delivering joyful moments worldwide.
• Exclusive Sweet Benefits: Enjoy a 30% discount in‑store and 40% off our e‑commerce platform. Plus, you will receive special gifts packed with Venchi’s finest chocolate. Benefit from tickets restaurant, access to two comprehensive welfare platforms, and additional private health insurance to enhance your personal well‑being.

Join us at Venchi and help us bringing the Italian way of life and delicious flavours to every corner of the world!