About the role

You will act as a lead developer to design and maintain scalable data pipelines while collaborating with researchers to drive data-driven audiological innovation. Additionally, you will mentor team members and establish best practices for data architecture, governance, and quality across the organization.

What they look for

Data Engineering Python SQL Apache Spark Databricks Data Modeling Git Software Development Data Architecture Data Pipelines Data Quality Mentoring Agile SAFe Generative AI LLM

Requirements

Candidates must hold an M.Sc. in Engineering or a related field with a strong background in data engineering and software development practices. Proficiency in Python, SQL, and Apache Spark is required, along with the ability to communicate complex technical topics to diverse stakeholders.

Full description

Senior Data Engineer

At Demant, we shape the future of audiological solutions to improve the lives of people with hearing loss. Within the Audiological Solutions group, we contribute across the hearing aid development lifecycle—from maturing and specifying advanced audio algorithms to enabling data-driven innovation. As we continue to strengthen our data- driven development approach, we are looking for a Senior Audiological Data Engineer to help drive this transformation.

The Role: You will join a small Data Insights team within the Audiological Solutions group. The team maintains and develops our data infrastructure in close collaboration with colleagues across the organization. We enable data to be used effectively in the development of audiological features for Oticon’s global hearing instrument portfolio.

In addition, the team supports developers and researchers with data analysis and training, ensuring that data is accessible, reliable, and actionable.

You will play a key role in advancing our data capabilities, acting as a lead developer within the team while helping shape our future data landscape. Our ambition is clear: to enhance hearing instrument performance through data-driven audiology.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive data-driven development

Partner with developers, researchers, and product stakeholders to identify opportunities where data can improve development and user outcomes
Ensure access to high-quality, well-structured, and well-documented data
Enable self-service data usage through training, mentoring, and reusable tools Provide technical leadership
Act as Lead Developer for data engineering initiatives in collaboration with the Product Owner
Shape data architecture, governance standards, and platform best practices
Collaborate across teams to align data capabilities and promote common standards Build and scale data solutions
Design and maintain data pipelines, datasets, dashboards, and developer-facing tools• Implement testing, monitoring, and data quality practices to ensure reliability and scalability

What we are looking for:

Professional competencies

Strong background in data engineering and solid software development practices
Ability to work across diverse stakeholders and communicate complex topics clearly
Experience handling complex datasets with a focus on usability and reliability
Proven ability to mentor and support teams in adopting data-driven practices

Technical skills

Data modelling (e.g., medallion architecture, star schema)
Proficiency in Python, SQL, and Apache Spark
Experience with Git-based development workflows
Experience with Databricks is an advantage
Knowledge of testing, monitoring, and data quality frameworks
Familiarity with Generative AI, LLM-based applications, or AI-assisted tools is a plus
Fluent in English, both written and spoken

The setup You will be part of a Scrum team with a dedicated Product Owner and Scrum Master. The team collaborates with multiple stakeholders across R&D. Development is organized within an Agile Release Train following SAFe principles.

About you You hold an M.Sc. in Engineering or similar, with a focus on data engineering, data science, machine learning, or related fields. Experience with audiological systems is an advantage.

• You have a strong analytical mindset and are comfortable navigating complex systems.

You are a collaborative team player who values trust, openness, and high-quality delivery.

You take ownership, communicate proactively, and are confident engaging with

stakeholders across a large organization.

You are motivated by driving change and eager to contribute to building a stronger, more mature data-driven culture.

How to apply If you have questions, feel free to contact Manager for Audiological Solutions, Anoosha Gunasekaran at aogu@demant.com. Please submit your application via the application system no later August 31nd, 2026. Final interviews are planned for September 24th, 2026

At Demant we value diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) and we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of ethnic background, personality, age, gender, and education. Diversity is part of our cultural DNA. Women in STEM areas are particularly encouraged to apply, as Demant supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 5 on gender equality.

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