Data Platform Engineer

Job Description

Optinova is more than a manufacturer of tubing – we are experts in advanced extrusion and material technologies. Our products are used where quality and precision are critical: IV catheters, infusion sets, small catheter systems, as well as components for coffee machines and aerospace technology.

Our global headquarters is located in Åland, Finland. We operate production facilities across three continents and have sales offices worldwide. We develop solutions together with our customer with a strong focus on innovation, quality, and reliability, we create the solutions of tomorrow.

Optinova is embarking on an exciting digital transformation journey, strengthening how we use data, technology, and AI to improve our operations and create business value.

We are looking for Data Platform Engineers to join our Digital Value Services function. You will contribute to the development of data platforms, digital services, and applications that support business processes, analytics, automation, and future AI capabilities.

This is a broad engineering role for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of business and technology. The role offers opportunities to develop toward areas such as AI engineering and forward-deployed engineering.
What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines, integrations, data products, and platform capabilities.

• Collaborate with business-stream process owners and stakeholders to productize business challenges into scalable and reliable digital services and products.

• Develop domain-driven data products based on data mesh principles, supporting clear ownership, reusability, interoperability, and trusted access to data.

• Deliver solutions iteratively using an agile mindset, incorporating feedback and adapting to evolving business needs and priorities.

• Apply modern engineering practices, including DevOps and DataOps, while supporting quality, security, governance, documentation, and compliance throughout the solution lifecycle.

• Explore how data, AI, and automation can solve business problems and create measurable value.

What We’re Looking For

You have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, data science, software engineering, information technology, or a related field. Equivalent knowledge gained through practical experience is also relevant.

You have experience or a strong foundation in some of the following areas:

• SQL, Python, or similar programming languages

• Data & AI pipelines, integrations, APIs, and automation

• Cloud data platforms, data modelling, and data products

• Software development and deployment practices

Experience with Azure, Databricks, Power BI, or similar technologies is beneficial, but we do not expect you to be an expert in every area.

You are also:

• Able to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders, clarify requirements, and communicate solutions clearly.

• Collaborative, curious, and motivated by solving real business problems.

• Comfortable taking ownership and delivering iteratively as needs and priorities evolve.

• Fluent in English. Swedish or other relevant language skills are considered an advantage.

Experience in manufacturing, ERP systems, regulated industries, AI, machine learning, or business-facing technical delivery is considered beneficial.

Why Join Us?

• Play an active role in Optinova’s digital transformation journey.

• Work across data platforms, digital services, applications, automation, analytics, and AI.

• Develop toward different technical career paths based on your capabilities and interests.

• Join a culture that values collaboration, innovation, continuous learning, and employee wellbeing.

Location

The role can be based at our headquarters in Mariehamn, Åland, or at our office in Uppsala, Sweden.

Compensation:

The salary range (3800-5000€ or 40,000 - 50,000 SEK) has been established based on the role's requirements and current market conditions. Placement within the range is determined by relevant experience, skills, and qualifications. If a candidate brings substantial additional experience, specialist expertise, or qualifications that exceed the requirements, compensation above the stated range may be considered.

We welcome your application!

Please note: We do not accept applications via email. Applications must be submitted through the application link only.

Please answer the questions in the application form and submit your CV. The deadline for applications is 15.09.2026 but we may begin interviewing during the application period. Please share a link to your GitHub profile, portfolio, or other examples of your technical work. Candidates progressing to the second interview stage will be asked to share and demonstrate their technical and programming capabilities.

For questions about the position, please contact People&Culture Business Partner Nadia Elamidi nadia.elamidi@optinova.com

If you are not a citizen of an EU/EEA country or Switzerland, you will need to present a valid work and residence permit at a potential interview.