Data Engineering Lead

• The Data Engineering Lead will shape and lead data engineering practices, own standards and technology choices (including Snowflake and dbt), act as a hands-on expert, and coach data engineers to deliver scalable, reliable data products.
• The role requires 7+ years of data development and operations experience with hands-on Snowflake, dbt and Azure skills, strong communication and a consultative mindset.
• The position is located in Helsinki or Tampere, Finland, reports to the Director of IT Data and Digital Enablement, and applications must be submitted online by September 20, 2026.
• UPM offers a sustainability-focused, supportive workplace with development opportunities and emphasis on work‑life balance.

Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils! 

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We are now looking for a Data Engineering Lead to join the Data Engineering Lead Team.

What you will do

• Lead and shape data engineering practices across the organization, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and reliable data products

• Own and continuously develop data engineering guidelines, standards, and technology choices (including Snowflake and dbt)

• Act as a hands-on expert, supporting teams with practical implementation and problem-solving

• Coach and mentor data engineers, strengthening capabilities and ways of working

• Collaborate closely with internal and external data engineers to drive consistency and best practices

• Work cross-functionally with platform teams, governance, and business stakeholders to align on data needs and solutions

• Coordinate and communicate effectively with key stakeholders across the organization

• Contribute actively to UPM’s data governance initiatives and support the adoption of governance frameworks

Who you are

• You have 7+ years’ experience working with data development and operations

• You have hands-on experience on Snowflake, dbt and Azure

• You have solid track record of identifying business needs and related value

• You have excellent communication and presentation skills

• You are good at networking and collaborating

• You have a consultative mindset; you are a good listener and can challenge others when necessary

• You are fluent in English, both spoken and written

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative. 

• A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.

• Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.

• Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

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Additional information about the position

The position is located Helsinki, Finland or Tampere, Finland

The position holder will report to the Director, IT Data and Digital Enablement.

For further information about the role, please contact Jukka Laitinen, Director, IT Data and Digital Enablement at tel. +358401845155 on Wednesday 9th of September from 15:30-17:00 EET.

How to apply 

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by September 20, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline. 

For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Services Team at careers@upm.com or tel. +358204146600.

Learn more about how to apply from our Careers page. 

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