Ben Spouse - Data Engineer/ ETL Developer

Q: Where is Ben based?

Ben is based in Munich, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

Q: What languages does Ben speak?

Ben speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Ben have?

Ben has at least 25 years of experience. During this time, Ben has worked in at least 15 different roles and for 14 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months . Note that Ben may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Ben's latest experience?

Ben's most recent position is Data Engineer/ ETL Developer at Deutsche Bahn .

Q: What companies has Ben worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Ben has worked for Deutsche Bahn , Deutsche See , Douglas GmbH , and Daimler TSS .

Q: Which industries is Ben most experienced in?

Ben is most experienced in industries like Telecommunication , Transportation , and Food and Beverage . Ben also has some experience in Banking and Finance , Cosmetics , and Retail .

Q: Which business areas is Ben most experienced in?

Ben is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology , Quality Assurance , and Business Intelligence . Ben also has some experience in Operations and Product Development .

Q: Which industries has Ben worked in recently?

Ben has recently worked in industries like Transportation , Food and Beverage , and Cosmetics .

Q: Which business areas has Ben worked in recently?

Ben has recently worked in business areas like Business Intelligence and Information Technology .

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Munich, Germany

Experience

Sep 2023 - Present

2 years 7 months

Leipzig, Germany

Data Engineer/ ETL Developer

Deutsche Bahn

Developed data extraction from PostgreSQL with Talend ETL tool
Developed SQL/PL SQL scripts and views as required for ETL process
Used the GIT repository together with the existing CI/CD process for testing and production deployment
Created and updated multiple complex ETL jobs for mapping tarif data into SQLite files for the Input Pool
Extracted and transformed source data via an H2 DB into SQLite for MT and ticket machines
Collaborated closely with requirements engineers and data managers in an Agile environment

Sep 2023 - Present

2 years 7 months

Bremerhaven, Germany

Data Engineer

Deutsche See

Developed data extraction from flat ASCII files into raw data tables in Oracle 12c using ODI
Developed splitting and mapping of data in ODI ETL tool for staging layer in DWH
Developed complex DWH mappings for order data processing
Used Linux scripts to manipulate files and retrieve them from an SFTP server
Migrated from Linux-based data integration to fully autonomous Oracle DB

Apr 2023 - Jul 2023

4 months

Frankfurt, Germany

Data Engineer

Deutsche Bahn

Developed a new Smart HR solution by extracting data in blob form from an Azure Container using Python
Transformed the extracted data into data frames for further processing
Imported the transformed data into the Oracle staging layer
Utilized SAP BODS ETL tool for additional data transformation and integration
Performed DWH development in Oracle with Python and SAP BODS ETL tool

Aug 2021 - Mar 2023

1 year 8 months

Hagen, Germany

Talend Snowflake Developer

Douglas GmbH

Developed and implemented Talend jobs using Snowflake components for efficient ELT data processing
Transferred large volumes of data from the staging area to the Data Lake and core DWH layers of Snowflake
Performed data engineering tasks including deduplication and historization to ensure data integrity using Data Vault 2.0
Leveraged Talend connectors and applied complex business logic to extract data from upstream interfaces
Configured Azure Data Factory for Snowflake integration
Integrated SAP RFC interface with Talend BAPI connector for data extraction and mapping

Nov 2020 - Jul 2021

9 months

Stuttgart, Germany

Talend ETL/Tableau Reporting Developer

Daimler TSS

Developed ETL jobs for DWH with Talend ESB for migration from HP ALM to STARC
Created ETL tables and used Rest API components in Talend to extract JSON data from STARC
Developed jobs for transforming and parsing data into PostgreSQL DB
Developed Talend ETL jobs for data engineering and DWH migration tables
Developed Tableau reports and data visualizations on data in PostgreSQL and other Daimler data sources
Managed Azure Cloud repository for Talend projects
Participated in weekly change meetings with business stakeholders and managed tasks via Jira

Jun 2020 - Sep 2020

4 months

Panamá, Panama

QA/ Data Modeling Consultant

Prospect 33

Tested and developed data models using Python scikit-learn libraries for COVID-19 predictive modeling tool
Provided consultation and troubleshooting for day-to-day issues
Designed test cases and performed QA and frontend testing for a Python Dash web application
Logged and managed issues in GitLab and supported weekly release QA processes
Reviewed automation options with AWS Lambda and Katalon Studio and created pytest Python unit test tools
Participated in daily dev team meetings via Zoom and Slack

Mar 2020 - May 2020

3 months

Frankfurt, Germany

DevOps Talend ETL Developer

Helaba Invest

Developed ETL jobs for asset management data engineering in Talend
Developed SQL for complex lookups needed for Oracle DWH
Led a 7-week proof of concept for migration of a complex ETL system to Talend
Used Talend ESB with JMS-based architecture for data mapping
Presented Talend ETL tool capabilities to Helaba development teams
Implemented Java scripting and performance optimization of Talend components

May 2018 - Jan 2020

1 year 9 months

Cologne, Germany

DevOps Consultant/Talend ETL Developer

Unitymedia

Developed Talend and Java-based ETL jobs for PostgreSQL, Oracle and DB2 databases
Automated ETL processing with Airflow and managed file transfers via FTP from Linux and Windows shares
Developed REST services and SOAP calls for Vodafone’s Data Lake interface
Performed troubleshooting and bug fixing of production data transfer jobs
Managed and optimized existing applications and DWH jobs in Talend, Oracle, DB2 and PostgreSQL

Oct 2016 - Apr 2018

1 year 7 months

Munich, Germany

ETL BI Operations DWH Consultant

Consors Finanz

Performed BI operations and production incident fixes for Talend ETL system
Developed and configured SOS Job Scheduler for file transfer tool
Supported migration from legacy system to SAP ECC using Talend
Documented Big Data load processes into the DWH system
Provided 3rd level support and wrote workarounds for production issues
Split responsibilities between file transfer operations and job scheduler enhancements with Java-based parameter configuration
Managed monthly compliance data deliveries and problem management

Oct 2012 - Sep 2016

4 years

Munich, Germany

Billing Application Operations DevOps

Telefonica O2

Performed billing operations support for all partner brands on OSS/BSS system
Fixed production incidents, wrote scripts and monitored engines using Oracle 11g, PL/SQL, SQL, Citrix and UNIX scripts
Deployed web and content updates via Jenkins
Organized reports for stability meetings in an Agile environment
Led Kanban meetings, mentored team members and served as point of contact for interface teams

Feb 2012 - Oct 2012

9 months

Düsseldorf, Germany

Test Automation Agile

Vodafone

Executed non-functional tests on Vodafone’s Egarage project using FitNesse automation suite in Java/Eclipse
Performed test analysis and updates on FitNesse tests
Tested with Oracle tools, SQL Developer, SQL and UNIX scripts
Updated and executed batch shell scripts on Linux backend servers
Conducted system and integration tests with Vodafone shop web systems

Jan 2008 - Dec 2011

4 years

Bern, Switzerland

Senior Test Analyst / Test Manager

Swisscom

Managed full test lifecycle (component to E2E) using HP Quality Center for Docforms bill layout system
Analyzed change requests and created use cases, test cases and test plans
Executed functional, system and integration tests with upstream and downstream systems
Tested using Oracle tools, Toad, PL/SQL, UNIX scripts and Perl
Ran regression automation Perl scripts and managed Java/Linux/Oracle DB environments
Mentored junior team members

May 2006 - Oct 2007

1 year 6 months

Munich, Germany

Senior Test / DWH Consultant

o2 Germany

Performed data warehouse testing for middleware Oracle database using PL/SQL and UNIX scripts
Consulted with development for application enhancements and design
Executed full test lifecycle using Rational test tools
Created test schemas and scripts for simulating live environments
Conducted integrated tests with connecting middleware applications

Mar 2004 - May 2006

2 years 3 months

Salzburg, Austria

Senior Tester/Test Team Lead

Sony NetServices

Specialized in system testing for Vodafone Radio DJ project
Performed component testing on multiple mobile devices and backend systems
Completed field tests and tested backend Linux/Oracle database systems
Planned, wrote and executed all tests using HP Quality Center
Provided test data via Oracle using Toad

Mar 1998 - Jan 2002

3 years 11 months

Munich, Germany

Kenan Billing Business Analyst

o2 Germany

Analyzed existing billing system for new product launches
Liaised with internal departments on product design
Represented VIAG in the GSM roaming TAP3 project across Europe
Provided technical support to the system databuild team
Completed component and system testing phases through to UI level

Dec 1997 - Mar 1998

4 months

Barcelona, Spain

Test Consultant

Pricewaterhouse & Coopers

Performed system testing for billing system redesign for service launch
Provided consultancy for EHPT and BMP network systems
Created system test documentation and quality control processes

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Telecommunication, Transportation, Food and Beverage, Cosmetics, Retail, and Banking and Finance.

Telecommunication

Transportation

Food and Beverage

Cosmetics

Retail

Banking and Finance

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Business Intelligence, Operations, and Product Development.

Information Technology

Quality Assurance

Business Intelligence

Operations

Product Development

Skills

Talend/talend Esb Etl Tool
Extract, Transform, Load (Etl) Development
Azure Cloud
Snowflake
Data Engineering
Oracle 12c
Oracle Data Integrator Etl Tool
Sql/pl-sql
Postgresql
Python
Postman
Tableau
Java
Dwh Data Warehouse
Devops Process
Git
Toad 9.01 For Oracle
Remedy
Kenan Billing System
Rator Billing System
Job Scheduler Sos Tool
Airflow
Azure Data Factory
Db2
Gitlab
Telecoms Oss/bss
Jenkins
Fitnesse
Hp Quick Test Pro
Hp-ux, Sco, Aix Unix
Grep Linux Shell Vi Editor
Sap Bods Etl Tool
Soapui

Languages

English

Native

German

Advanced

Education

Sep 1985 - Jun 1990

Ardingly College

GSCE’s and A Levels completed · United Kingdom

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 16

Experience in Telecommunication 17.5 y

Avg length 1 y 8 m

Longest experience 3 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 5 (Germany, Panama, Switzerland, Austria, Spain)

Primary country Germany

Expertise

Recent roles Data Engineer/ ETL Developer, Data Engineer, Talend Snowflake Developer

Main industries Telecommunication, Transportation, Food and Beverage

Main business areas Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Business Intelligence

Qualifications

Profile

Created

August 2024

Last Update

August 2025

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Where is Ben based?

Ben is based in Munich, Germany and prefers 100% remote projects.

What languages does Ben speak?

Ben speaks the following languages: English (Native), German (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Ben have?

Ben has at least 25 years of experience. During this time, Ben has worked in at least 15 different roles and for 14 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 7 months. Note that Ben may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Ben be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Ben would be well-suited for roles such as: Data Engineer/ ETL Developer, Data Engineer, Talend Snowflake Developer.

What is Ben's latest experience?

Ben's most recent position is Data Engineer/ ETL Developer at Deutsche Bahn.

What companies has Ben worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Ben has worked for Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche See, Douglas GmbH, and Daimler TSS.

Which industries is Ben most experienced in?

Ben is most experienced in industries like Telecommunication, Transportation, and Food and Beverage. Ben also has some experience in Banking and Finance, Cosmetics, and Retail.

Which business areas is Ben most experienced in?

Ben is most experienced in business areas like Information Technology, Quality Assurance, and Business Intelligence. Ben also has some experience in Operations and Product Development.