Job Overview
Ryanair Labs is recruiting for a Senior BI Data Engineer to join Europe's largest airline group.
This is a senior hands-on position within our Data Warehouse team, responsible for designing, delivering, and optimizing the enterprise Data Warehouse and associated ETL processes.
You will act as the technical authority on major projects, ensuring robust data solutions are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.
Bring deep SQL and data modelling expertise, guide design decisions, mentor others, and champion best practices in data engineering and BI delivery.
Core Technologies
Azure Platform: Data Factory, Databricks, Synapse Analytics, Managed Instance (SQL), Logic Apps, Functions, Storage Accounts, Azure DevOps
BI Tools: Power BI
Languages: SQL (advanced proficiency required), Python/PySpark (advantageous)
Role
Lead the technical design and delivery of data warehouse and BI projects, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance.
Develop and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, and SQL Server.
Design and evolve data models that support reporting, analytics, and business insight across multiple domains.
Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate business needs into robust technical solutions.
Oversee code quality, data governance, and DevOps best practices within the team.
Provide technical mentorship to other BI developers and engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Work closely with architecture and infrastructure teams to align BI solutions with the broader data platform strategy.
Drive innovation in tooling, processes, and automation within the BI and Data ecosystem.
Requirements
7+ years' experience in a similar role
Exceptional SQL and Data Warehouse design skills
Strong understanding of data warehousing principles, dimensional modelling, and ETL design
Proven experience with Azure Data Services (especially Data Factory and Synapse)
Experience using version control, CI/CD, and DevOps practices
Experience ingesting data from various sources (e.g., S3, Blob Storage, REST APIs)
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Proven experience building and maintaining ETL pipelines across Azure and SQL Server environments
Can take a hands-on lead role on large, complex projects, balancing delivery with technical excellence
Thrives in a collaborative environment but can work independently when needed
Regularly exceeds expectations — sets high standards for yourself and others
Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical detail into business language
Desirable
Experience with Databricks and PySpark
Exposure to Power BI data modelling and DAX
Understanding of Azure Functions and Logic Apps for automation
Experience mentoring junior team members or leading technical delivery
Benefits
Discounted and unlimited travel to over 250 destinations
Defined Contribution Pension Scheme – matched up to 5% or €5,000
Death in Service Benefit – up to 2 times of annual basic salary
20 days annual leave (increasing to 22 after 12 months and 25 after 3 years)
Option for up to 5 additional unpaid leave days per year
Cycle 2 Work Scheme
Unrivaled career progression
Competencies
Analytical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Critical Thinking
Decision Making / Judgment
Dependability
Communication
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Information Technology
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
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