Lead Data Engineer

Responsibilities

Design and implement modern data-pipelines, orchestrating data-assets for our AI-solutions - from experimental prototypes to production-ready platforms.
Design, build, and deploy agentic systems into production by leveraging cutting-edge AI advancements, including RAG, ReAct and Knowledge Graphs, to develop effective solutions.
Evaluate, select, and integrate AI tools, frameworks, and platforms to ensure scalability, efficiency, and compliance.
Embrace a fast-paced, agile environment where outcome and quick progress is achieved through experimentation and rapid iteration.
Support user interviews, contribute to product planning, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful projects.

Skills

At least 7 years as a software engineer, with 2+ years in AI, machine learning, and data engineering.
Experience with modern data workflow orchestration frameworks such as Dagster, Airflow, or Prefect, with emphasis on dependency-aware pipelines.
Experience with cloud native development, ideally AWS.
Deep experience in Python and relevant frameworks such as pandas.
Strong applied ML fundamentals alongside theoretical experience.
A self-motivated and creative problem-solver with a passion for pushing the boundaries of AI in healthcare and fintech.
A proactive and independent work ethic, balanced with strong team collaboration skills.
Proficiency in English, Fluent German is a big plus.

Benefits

💰 Competitive salary
💻 Top of the line working equipment
📚 Generous budget for learning and development activities
🕒 Flexible working hours and hybrid work mode in Berlin
🏖️ 4 weeks workation possibility
🐕 Cozy and dog friendly office in the city centre
🚇 BVG Ticket or Swapfiets subscription
🏋️ Urban Sports membership

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Company Overview

At Nelly, we’re revolutionizing medical practice management with AI-driven automation and seamless digital workflows. Our innovative solutions - from best-in-class patient journeys, AI enabled patient relationship management and billing to state of the art payment solutions - eliminate painful workflows and improve financial outcomes making healthcare administration smarter, faster, and 100% digital.

To fuel our mission, we just raised €50M in our Series B, backed by top-tier investors like Cathay, Notion, Lakestar, GFC, b2venture, and Motive Partners. With this momentum, we’re on a mission to build Europe’s largest fintech in healthcare - bringing best-in-class financial and operational solutions to over 1 million medical practices serving millions of patients daily.

Join us now if you’re driven by impact, excited by fast-paced innovation, and ready to shape the future of healthcare!