Cloud Data Expert

We are opening a Cloud Data Expert position to strengthen a team based in Nyon & Lausanne. The role will contribute to the development and operational reliability of an enterprise Cloud Data Platform, combining hands-on data engineering, cloud infrastructure, DevOps and hybrid networking expertise.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop, review, troubleshoot and optimise production-grade data solutions using Python and PySpark.
• Maintain Terraform modules and implement controlled enhancements to cloud data infrastructure.
• Support and improve CI/CD pipelines, including testing, quality controls, release traceability and deployment reliability.
• Configure and troubleshoot cloud and on-premises connectivity, including virtual networks, firewalls, routing and DNS.
• Contribute to the production support of a large-scale data platform by investigating incidents, identifying root causes and improving operational resilience.
• Work directly with business stakeholders to clarify requirements and translate them into reliable, maintainable data solutions.
• Collaborate with data, integration, BI, infrastructure, architecture and security teams throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Produce reusable technical documentation and support knowledge transfer through workshops, coaching, code reviews and practical training.

Job Requirements

• Intermediate to advanced hands-on expertise in Python and PySpark within production data environments.
• Proven experience maintaining Terraform modules and implementing controlled infrastructure changes.
• Solid knowledge of CI/CD pipeline maintenance, troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Experience supporting a large, business-critical enterprise data platform.
• Strong understanding of cloud and on-premises networking, including virtual networks, firewalls and command-line diagnostic tools.
• Ability to gather business requirements and convert them into clear technical designs and acceptance criteria.
• A structured approach to engineering quality, including testing, peer reviews, documentation, monitoring and operational readiness.
• Experience with dbt, Databricks, Kubernetes or Power BI, as well as team training and knowledge transfer, would be an advantage.

Joining Sword means…

💼 Continuous learning: A training budget that grows every month and can be used across a wide catalogue of training courses.

🏝 25 days of paid leave: All our employees are entitled to 25 days of paid leave per year.

🚑 International accident insurance coverage.

🎉 Regular events: Monthly events to get together in small or large groups.

🌍 International environments: Assignments within major international organisations.

🛠 Innovation: Contribute to impactful and innovative projects across a wide range of industries.🎁 Extra perks: Our employees benefit from a programme offering attractive benefits and discounts.