Lindström is seeking a tech-savvy and proactive IT Data Engineer, M&A to join its global IT organization. In this strategically important role, the IT Data Engineer will work at the core of M&A integrations and help strengthen Lindström’s in-house capability in technical data migrations. The position is based in Kalasatama, Helsinki and requires three days per week working at the office. This is a full-time and permanent position and start date can be after holiday season. Please note that relocation services or visa sponsorship are not offered - candidates must have the right to work in the EU.

This is a hands-on role combining data migration expertise and software development capability. The role works close to data, databases and migration logic, while also developing, configuring and improving the technical tools and solutions that make successful integrations possible. A central part of the role is working with MATO, Lindström’s internally developed Java-based data migration tool, which supports reliable and repeatable data migrations into Lindström’s target systems. You will receive a thorough onboarding and strong support from the experienced external consultant who has worked with Lindström for a long time and played a key role in developing MATO system.

Your key contribution areas
This role focuses on technical data migration and integration efforts in strategic M&A cases. The IT Data Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing and continuously improving Lindström’s data migration tool and processes, strengthening the company’s capabilities to support global growth.

In this role, the IT Data Engineer will collaborate closely with project managers, M&A project managers, IT solution owners, technical experts, business representatives and stream leads. The role also works hand-in-hand with Lindström’s Data team, which focuses on data mapping, cleansing and quality from a business perspective, while the IT Data Engineer drives the technical migration and integration execution. External stakeholders may include representatives from acquired companies, especially during due diligence and data gap analysis phases.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the planning and execution of technical implementation of data migration activities between IT systems, software and applications

• Executing technical data migration processes to ensure data can be loaded and imported into CRM and ABS solutions during M&A migration phases

• Analyzing prepared migration objects in collaboration with the Data Lead and identifying gaps and transformation needs for source and target systems

• Building and maintaining data migration solutions using available data from source systems, MATO system or systems prior to acquisition

• Carrying out data extraction, pre-processing and transformation using migration tools

• Supporting automated data transformations and loading processes

• Mapping source system data to Lindström data models in collaboration with data product and business teams

• Optimizing data-loading and processing pipelines for reliability and repeatability

• Performing migration testing, validation and troubleshooting

• Owning, configuring, developing and maintaining Lindström’s Java-based data migration tool MATO

• Implementing incremental improvements to business rules, views and technical configurations

• Developing and maintaining best-practice standards and technical protocols for data migration

• Collaborating with project stakeholders, cross-functional teams and other data experts to ensure quality, consistency and timely delivery

Experience, skills and knowledge

• Several years of relevant professional experience

• Hands-on experience with data migration, data engineering or related technical data roles

• Strong SQL skills and experience working with databases, especially PostgreSQL

• Programming skills, preferably in Java but experience with Python or PostScript is considered an advantage

• Experience with migration tools or the ability to configure and develop migration tools

• Familiarity with API integrations, database queries and file-based message exchange

• Understanding of data quality, validation protocols and data governance principles

• General understanding of data, system, integration and enterprise architectures

• Ability to work with development tools such as VS Code or Eclipse IDE

• A relevant educational background, preferably at least a bachelor’s degree

• Fluency in English, Finnish language skills are considered an advantage

In addition to technical expertise, Lindström values strong accuracy, analytical thinking and a structured problem-solving approach. The ideal candidate has a methodical, logical and delivery-focused way of working and is able to manage priorities across parallel workstreams. Excellent collaboration and communication skills are important, as success in the role depends on close cooperation between IT, data, business and project stakeholders.

A high level of integrity and understanding of data protection and compliance principles is also important, as the role involves handling sensitive business-critical data in M&A contexts. A growth mindset and willingness to continuously learn and improve will help the candidate succeed in this role.

What Lindström offers

• A rewarding position with a chance to innovate in a growing multinational organization

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

• Benefits such as occupational healthcare services and sports, culture, and well-being perks

• A flexible hybrid-work model, with at least three days at the office

• A purpose-driven and supportive work environment committed to fostering We Care culture 

As the role has previously been handled with external consulting support, the selected candidate will have the chance to become Lindström’s internal expert in technical data migrations and help shape how this capability is developed for the future. The role offers genuine opportunities to influence tools, processes and ways of working, while also providing stability beyond individual M&A projects, as data migration expertise is needed in other large-scale initiatives and IT development as well. You can discover more about what it’s like to work at Lindström from Careers - Lindström Group.

Does this sound like a perfect opportunity for you?
Apply by Thu 14.5.2026 at the latest by sending your CV and salary request via the link below. Avila Oy is the recruitment partner and for more information about the position, please contact Avila's Senior Recruitment Consultant Jarna Lehtola, jarna.lehtola@avila.fi.

Please note that due to GDPR requirements, we cannot accept applications via email.

About Lindström
Founded in 1848 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Lindström is one of Europe’s leading textile service companies and one of the oldest companies in Finland. Today, Lindström operates in 24 countries across Europe and Asia, employs approximately 5,100 people globally, and had a 2025 turnover of EUR 542 million. As a forerunner in sustainable textile services, Lindström provides comprehensive solutions for industries including workwear, cleanroom textiles, mats and more.

At Lindström, diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of the company’s values. Lindström welcomes and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and minority groups to apply. Lindström is an equal opportunity employer and is proud to be a workplace free from discrimination.