Data Engineer

Are you excited about working with real-world data, modern cloud platforms, and solutions that create visible impact? Join us as a Data Engineer and build data solutions that matter.

As a Data Engineer at If, you’ll help transform complex insurance data from the Guidewire domain into scalable, source-aligned data products that support analytics and decision-making.

You’ll work close to both technology and stakeholders, grow your skills, and see the direct value of what you build—within a collaborative, agile team.

If has 4,5 million customers and 10 000 employees in the Nordic and Baltic regions. We truly value ambition and dedication, but we never forget the importance of work-life balance. We believe that when you feel your best, you do your best, and that’s exactly what’s needed to play an important part in our promise – to help our customers a lot.

About the role

As a Data Engineer, you build, maintain, and monitor best-of-breed cloud-based analytics solutions. You collaborate with other data engineers and business stakeholders on building production-ready solutions. Your everyday work will consist of:

• Designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines for structured data
• Working extensively with SQL and relational databases
• Building and improving cloud-based data and analytics solutions, preferably on Microsoft Azure and/or Databricks
• Using Python for data processing, automation, troubleshooting, and quality checks
• Collaborating with engineers, analysts, and business in an agile environment
• Continuously improving data quality, performance, and overall data architecture
• Documenting solutions and sharing knowledge within the team

What we offer

While we set high expectations for you as an employee, we also expect you to set high expectations for us as your employer. Here are some of the benefits of working at If:

• An including work environment where everyone is welcome
• Career and development opportunities in the biggest insurance company in the Nordics
• Social activities, as well as highly skilled professional environment
• Possibility of a hybrid workplace
• A health-promoting workplace with e.g., fitness programs and various sports activities
• Attractive insurance benefits and pension

About the team

You’ll join a small, agile team with a strong technical mindset and a collaborative culture.

You will also become part of If’s Tech community, where we believe in the continuous development of our people through training, knowledge sharing, and tech gatherings such as hackathons, networks, and conferences. We foster strong collaboration across roles and disciplines, and you will experience a professional environment where curiosity, learning, and respect for each other’s expertise are at the core of how we work.

Who are you

We’re seeking a proactive and collaborative Data Engineer who brings technical expertise and a passion for transforming data into business value. You thrive in a hands-on environment, are committed to delivering high-quality solutions, and enjoy working as part of a team. You’re curious, take responsibility for your work, and communicate effectively with others.

In addition to this, we expect the following:

• At least 2 years of practical experience as a Data Engineer
• Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases (such as SQL Server, Azure storage solutions, Teradata, or similar)
• Hands-on experience with Python in a data engineering context
• Experience using modern cloud-based data and analytics platforms, preferably Microsoft Azure and/or Databricks
• Interest in designing scalable, reliable, and well-structured data solutions
• Enjoys working hands-on with code and data to solve problems
• Curious about how data can drive real business outcomes
• Takes ownership of solutions and is committed to quality
• Communicates clearly and enjoys collaborating with others in a team environment
• Bonus: Experience with insurance data and/or Guidewire environments

Additional facts and the recruitment process

Application deadline: Screening and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis. The deadline to apply is 15th April 2026.
Application: Please submit your CV via our website. You do not need to attach a cover letter, but feel free to include a few lines in your CV explaining why you are interested in the position.
Location: Ballerup
Start date: As soon as possible

If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Lassy Hyldal, Head of Guidewire Engineering DK at mobile +4530694659 or e-mail lasse.hauris.hyldal@if.dk.

At If, we aim to create a workplace with equal opportunities for all. We encourage everyone to apply regardless of gender, age, background, or any disability. We also recommend that you do not include a photo in your CV.

Applicant information may, within the framework of the law, be reviewed using publicly available sources. Candidates progressing in the recruitment process will be asked to provide references and present a criminal record certificate. Depending on the scope of the role, a credit check may also be conducted for final candidates as part of the hiring process.

We look forward to your application!