Data Engineer

Generali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in 50 countries in the world the Generali Group is one of the most significant players in the global insurance and the asset management industry. Generali supports each firm to innovate and grow with full investment autonomy ensuring they are set up to develop sustainable and innovative solutions. With the stability of Generali Group backing, the platform enables investors to access distinctive strategies and experts' insights. Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) Network is now Redion Employee Benefits, a Generali Company. This is not a new company or a restructuring. This is our new global name — one brand for Europ Assistance and Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) Network, bringing together our insurance, assistance, and employee benefits services worldwide. Redion Employee Benefits is the global platform dedicated to the human capital of multinational corporations and, following the acquisition of Swiss Life Network earlier in 2026, the undisputed worldwide leader in employee benefits. We are looking for a Data Engineer Specialist to join our Operations and IT Department. Application must be submitted in English *
* The Data Engineer Specialist handles daily operations and contributes to new initiatives on GEB’s Data Ingestion Tool platform. The Data Engineer Specialist works with the Product Owner and cooperates with other colleagues in the COO area, such as business analysts and IT, as well as business departments. Develop ingestion pipelines using PySpark and Databricks based on provided design specifications. Implement data quality validation rules within the established framework. Support CI/CD integration by using pre-configured Azure DevOps pipelines (no setup required). Maintain documentation in Jira and Confluence, including updates to training and enablement content as features evolve. Support business engagement by attending meetings with key departments and assisting in training sessions when needed. Assist in identifying system/process improvements, and share suggestions with the team. Provide operational support for integrations, tools, and third-party applications. Translate business requests into clear technical specifications to support development and testing. The above list is not limitative and may be amended/adapted at any time by the Employer, at its own discretion, in accordance with the business needs. You'll join an ambitious, international team that is transforming employee benefits while keeping people at the heart of everything we do. We give our people the opportunity to learn, grow, lead, and make an impact. From developing specialist expertise to leading international projects, taking on broader responsibilities, or stepping into management roles, we actively support career progression at every stage. Good communication skills to work effectively with team members and stakeholders. Helpful and responsive attitude when supporting users or business teams. Able to understand business needs and help translate them into technical tasks. Positive and flexible approach to working in a team. Minimum 3 years of experience in data engineering projects, ideally in insurance or financial services. Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus. Hands-on experience with: Python (PySpark) and Databricks PostgreSQL, REST and Graph APIs, and Azure Data Services Familiarity with Medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold layers) and Delta Lake for scalable data processing and versioning. Basic understanding of Unity Catalog for metadata and access control. Exposure to Git, CI/CD practices (e.g. Azure DevOps), and optionally Terraform. Comfortable working in Agile teams using tools like Jira and Confluence. Experience in B2B environments or cross-functional teams is considered an asset. Degree in computer science, engineering, or IT-related fields (Bachelor’s or Master’s). The recruitment and selection process will be conducted in full compliance with the principles of equal opportunity, inclusion, and non-discrimination. This position is open to all candidates regardless of gender and welcomes applications from individuals belonging to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99. This is a permanent position, based in Assago (Italy), covered by the CCNL ANIA and is at the Impiegato III level. Redion Employee Benefits’ commitment for recruiting: Redion Employee Benefits is committed to promote equal opportunities in employment. Candidates will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. At Generali and Redion, we believe that it is our differences that make the difference. At the heart of everything we do, we va