MAP | WPP Enterprise Solutions designs, builds, and operates the growth systems that competitive businesses rely on. In a world where Al is reshaping how companies drive growth, we lead clients in business transformation and marketing modernization, connecting strategy directly to execution. Our 12,000 experts in engineering and platforms, commerce, consulting, content transformation, CRM, and CX work within a unified global operating unit across 40+ markets. WPP Enterprise Solutions works alongside best-in-class partners including Adobe, AWS, Braze, Google, Microsoft, Salesforce, and Shopify, as well as innovators in AI, to deliver growth solutions tailored to the needs of our clients’ businesses.
About WPP
MAP is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.
Are you an aspiring Data Engineer with a passion to build, support, and maintain digital marketing solutions that offer real value? Are you interested in working with large global brands and learning how to solve complex challenges in the media analytics space? Then you might be the Associate Data Engineer we’re looking for!
What will your day look like?As our new Associate Data Engineer, you will become part of our growing Data Insights and Science team. Working closely with experienced engineers, you will learn to employ modern technologies across cloud platforms to help brands deliver targeted retargeting, communication, and CRM strategies. More specifically, your tasks will include:
- Assisting in identifying, collecting, and integrating data from various sources by building and maintaining reliable data pipelines and models for BI/analytics.
- Writing clean SQL and code (Python, Spark, etc.) to optimize data workflows under senior guidance.
- Helping monitor daily ETL flows and data quality tools.
- Assisting in troubleshooting, debugging, and resolving data pipeline incidents.
- Collaborating with CRM developers, data scientists, data analysts, and product owners to deliver high-quality data.
- Learning best practices in cloud data architecture, migrations, and data management.
You will join a supportive team of highly skilled Architects, Data Scientists, and Consultants who are passionate about data engineering and analytics. You will also get to collaborate with and learn from experts across Technology, Creative, and Client Teams.
What do you bring to the table?As a person, you have a strong team-player mindset and an open attitude. You are eager to learn, solve problems pragmatically, and continuously develop your technical skillset. You communicate ideas clearly and ask questions when facing new challenges.
In addition you have:
- 0–2 years of experience (or a degree/bootcamp background) in data engineering, computer science, business intelligence, or a related quantitative field.
- Good foundational coding skills in Python, SQL, or Scala.
- Understanding of core data transformation (ETL/ELT) processes and relational databases.
- Basic exposure to cloud platforms (GCP, AWS, or Azure) and modern data stack tools (e.g., dbt, Airflow, BigQuery, or Snowflake) through projects, coursework, or internships.
- Familiarity with version control tools like GitHub/Git.
- Basic understanding of data quality management principles (cleansing, validation, profiling).
- Strong analytical skills and a desire to keep data organized and clean.
- Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
MAP is a world-leading Centre of Excellence that helps businesses humanize the relationship between the brand and the customer through hyper personalization at scale, marketing automation and CRM. With the brain of a consultancy, the heart of an agency and the power of technology and data, we work with some of the world's most admired brands to help them on their transformation journey to becoming truly customer-centric. Together, we are 1000 + technology specialists, data scientists, strategic thinkers, consultants, operations experts, and creative minds from 55+ nationalities.
A global networkWe are part of the global WPP network that encompasses more than 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 60+ markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.
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WPP (MAP/VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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Skills Required
- 0–2 years of experience, or a degree or bootcamp background, in data engineering, computer science, business intelligence, or a related quantitative field
- Foundational coding skills in Python, SQL, or Scala
- Understanding of ETL/ELT processes and relational databases
- Basic exposure to GCP, AWS, or Azure
- Basic exposure to modern data stack tools such as dbt, Airflow, BigQuery, or Snowflake
- Familiarity with GitHub or Git
- Basic understanding of data quality management, including cleansing, validation, and profiling
- Strong analytical skills and ability to keep data organized and clean
- Proficiency in written and verbal English
What We Do
As of January 1st, Wunderman Thompson MAP becomes VML MAP. New chapter. Same MAP Team. We are a diverse, global team representing over 55 nationalities, all bound by our passion for helping brands create personal connections with consumers. As the world leaders in Marketing Automation, Personalization, Loyalty, and CRM at scale, we partner with renowned brands across various industries. With our presence in 14 locations worldwide, we craft innovative solutions that resonate with global audiences. Our mission is simple: humanize the connection between brands and consumers through data-driven, personalized content across all channels. Leveraging our expertise in marketing automation, personalization, loyalty, and CRM, we empower clients to deliver scalable, efficient, and impactful experiences that drive measurable business success. We are headquartered in Copenhagen and have 14 fully integrated offices in North and Central America, Europe, and Asia. We work as "one team, multiple locations." Join the journey. Consulting - Data & AI - Content & Creative - Identity & 1to1 Paid media - Technology & Platform - Operating models & processes - Operations and Optimization
