Data Science Engineer

At Definitive Healthcare, our passion is to transform data, analytics and expertise into healthcare commercial intelligence. We help clients uncover the right markets, opportunities and people, so they can shape tomorrow’s healthcare industry. Our SaaS platform creates new paths to commercial success in the healthcare market, so companies can identify where to go next. We are on an incredibly exciting trajectory with over 700 employees across three continents.  

One of our product suites, the Monocl product suite, was launched in 2016, developed in Sweden, with Gothenburg as the European Definitive Healthcare HQ. The Monocl team works from locations around the world, with approximately 50 employees based in Sweden.

We are currenty looking for a skilled and driven Data Science Engineer to join our exceptional Engineering team at Definitive Healthcare. 

What you'll be doing  
In this role, you will work in a team of experienced data scientists and engineers in close collaboration with other teams across Defintitive Healthcare to build, scale, and maintain core data that power insights across the organization. 

You will be part of a high-performing, supportive environment where curiosity, collaboration, and continuous improvement are part of everyday life. With the backing of talented colleagues, you will take an active role in: 

• Delivering intelligent, data-driven products and solutions
• Designing and building reliable and scalable data pipelines that unify data from across the company into a trusted source of truth
• Ensuring data quality, following best practices, and implementing effective testing strategies 

At Definitive Healthcare, you will find a unique blend of technical challenges, growth opportunities, and passionate colleagues who will help you push your limits. 

Who are you?  
If you don’t fit all of these qualifications, but believe you’re still a great fit, feel free to apply and tell us why.  

You are passionate about data science and engineering, and always looking to learn, grow, and take on new challenges. You enjoy working close to the product, building smart, data-driven solutions that make a real impact. 

You are proactive and take end-to-end ownership of what you are building. You prioritize data quality—ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability—since you know good data is key to building effective models and meaningful insights. 

You are clear communicator, a strong team player, and someone who makes complex ideas easy to understand. Whether you are building pipelines, deploying models, or collaborating cross-functionally, you approach problems with curiosity and a drive to create meaningful results. 

Experience:

• At least 2 years of professional experience in data science and engineering or a related data-focused role
• Experience working in agile teams, collaborating with both engineers and subject matter experts
• Experience with Apache Spark
• Proficiency in Java, Scala or Python
• Experience developing automated, production-quality code, leveraging metrics to evaluate data quality 

Nice to Have: 

• Familiarity with AWS or other cloud platforms
• Experience with scripting such as Bash
• Understanding of machine learning 

Why we love being a part of the Monocl product suite team, and why you will too! 

• Industry-leading products 
• High focus on work-life balance 
• Brand new office in the center of Gothenburg
• Flexible and dynamic culture created with multicultural teams 
• Work alongside some of the most talented and dedicated teammates
• Definitive Cares Europe, our initiative, which aims to give us a chance to give back to our local communities
• Competitive benefits package including 32 vacation days, 4000 SEK/year personal wellness grant (friskvårdsbidrag) etc. 

How do I apply? 

This position will remain open as long as this ad remains on our website. When submitting your application, make sure to highlight and demonstrate past relevant achievements that you are proud of and make sure to include relevant experience. We continuously look through applications and the applicants that best match our requirements will be contacted.  

Definitive Hiring Philosophy 

Definitive Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace with equal opportunity for all applicants and teammates. Our goal is to recruit the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other status. If you’re interested in working in a fast growing, exciting working environment – we encourage you to apply!   

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