Data Engineer - FileMaker
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Job description
- Analyse and document the current FileMaker database, including data structures, scripts, layouts, integrations, and operational dependencies
- Develop a thorough understanding of business processes currently implemented within the FileMaker environment
- Identify opportunities to modularise the existing monolithic solution and define target architectures for moving functionality to external or best-of-breed systems
- Design and execute a phased approach for migrating or decoupling features from FileMaker while minimising disruption to business operations
- Review, refactor, and where necessary redesign the existing data model to improve consistency, performance, and long-term maintainability
- Prepare the data structure for seamless integration with other systems, including the definition of clear data ownership, interfaces, and integration patterns (e.g. APIs, data synchronisation, or event-based integration)
- Implement and maintain integrations between FileMaker and external systems, ensuring robustness, security, and data accuracy
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, IT, and external vendors to align technical changes with business priorities and future system strategies
- Establish documentation, standards, and best practices for data modelling, integrations, and ongoing system evolution
- Support knowledge transfer and ensure that architectural decisions and system behaviour are transparent and maintainable for future teams, * Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party)
- Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services, ClimatePal, and TYC
- The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
- at least 3 years of experience as a FileMaker developer or engineer
Technical skills;
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Proficient in FileMaker Pro Advanced, FileMaker Server and MBS plugin
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Familiar with FM related development concepts (Anchor Buoy, Data Separation Model)
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Knowledge of relational database design
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Familiar with development technologies such as SQL, cURL and REST APIs, and OpenAPI
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experience with system integration tools
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Further programming skills (GO,Python, OData, SQL, SQL/Graph)
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Proper handling of formats like JSON and XML
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Familiar with methodologies like Agile, SCRUM, BPMN
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Experience with operating systems: Linux, Ubuntu, Mac, Windows
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Interested in:
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Building and maintaining ETL processes
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Big data technologies in the areas Storage, Mining, Analytics, Visualization
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Data warehousing and cloud platforms
The skill levels per section are reflected in the order of the items in all item levels
Experience with Backend and Microservices development is of advantage Personal competencies:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and detail-oriented mindset
- Very good elicitation of business requirements, documenting and prioritising ability
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams
- Service-oriented mindset combined with a strong sense of responsibility and integrity
- Excellent English and German language skills (at least C1, written and spoken)
- High level of independence, reliability, and initiative
Benefits & conditions
- Frequent feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection
- Many free language classes
- Access to several trainings as well as specific technical courses
- We promote from within!
Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid set-up
- 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation)
- Flexible working hours and trust based working time
- 30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Carnival Monday)
- Sabbatical options
Financial benefits
- A generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values
- JobTicket/Deutschlandticket
- Annual bonus scheme based on performance
Wellness Programs
- Subsidized Urban Sports Club
- Health weeks promoting healthy habits in personal and professional life