YOUR CAREER IN THE SPORTS INDUSTRY
The world of sports excites, connects, and inspires. At SPORTFIVE, we are a global agency that covers every aspect of sports marketing, helping to shape the industry‘s future with fresh and exciting ideas.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
We believe that different perspectives and experiences are the key to sustainable success. Our goal is to create an authentic and attractive work environment where everyone feels valued, with a sense of belonging, and encouraged to shape the future of the sports industry together.
FLEXIBILITY THAT FITS YOUR LIFE
Whether you’re seeking a role that is full-time, part-time, or a job share, we understand that everybody has their own unique needs. That’s why we offer a range of flexible working options which we can discuss with you to find the best solution for you.
An exciting challenge awaits you, where you can contribute your energy and expertise to our company-wide AI project in our Global IT Data Engineering team at our Hamburg location. Our colleague Uta Blankenfeld is looking for you to join her team as:
Full-time | Part-time | Job-sharing
At SPORTFIVE, data powers intelligent decision-making, advanced analytics, and next-generation fan experiences across global sports. We're accelerating our AI transformation and seeking a Senior Data Engineer with expertise in AI-enabled platforms, financial data, and modern Lakehouse architectures.
YOUR ROLE AT A GLANCE
Design/build AI-ready Lakehouse architectures (Databricks, Fabric) and data pipelines for analytics/ML
Develop financial data models (Data Vault 2.0) with governance (Purview, Unity Catalog)
Architect AI infrastructure: Cognitive Search, RAG, vector DBs, knowledge graphs for agentic AI
Optimize Databricks + establish CI/CD/DevOps pipelines (Azure DevOps)
Ensure security, lineage, compliance via RBAC and metadata management
Collaborate across data, AI, and business teams to deliver a scalable platform
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
8+ years Azure data/AI engineering with Python/SQL expertise
Deep experience: Databricks, Fabric, Lakehouse architectures
AI/ML integration (OpenAI, Cognitive Services, RAG, vector search)
Data modeling, Delta Lake, performance optimization, financial data
Governance tools (Purview, Unity Catalog) + CI/CD/DevOps practices
Distributed processing across SQL/NoSQL with strong analytical mindset
DON’T MEET ALL THE CRITERIA? NO WORRIES!
For us, people and potential come first. Your enthusiasm for the role and SPORTFIVE, as well as your willingness to learn and develop, are just as important as your skills. We see potential as the key to success and are committed to helping you grow and acquire new skills on your journey with us.
WHAT WE OFFER
Onboarding: To ensure that you are set up for success when you join us, we offer a role and department specific onboarding program, complemented by a company-wide introduction where you get to know your colleagues, our diverse products, and different business areas.
Work-Life-Integration: Our flexible working arrangements include mobile working, additional child sick leave days, and a free family service.
Individual Development: Room for personal and professional growth, supported by customised training opportunities, development planning, internal mentoring, and on-the-job training.
Attractive Benefits: Discounts at partner companies, event tickets, company pension plan, Germany ticket, job bike, mental health programs, and Urban Sports Club memberships.
We believe diversity strengthens our team, so we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to ensure you feel fully supported throughout the application process.
SOUNDS EXCITING?
Let’s go! Marco Bohlmann is your recruiting contact and looks forward to getting to know you.
Start Date
09/01/2026