About this role
This Senior Data Engineer role at WPP in Copenhagen is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to bridge the gap between AI experimentation and production software engineering. This position suits a technical expert who enjoys building robust, scalable components and system architectures within a fast-moving, flat team environment.
Role Overview
Open Intelligence is a key strategic data and AI initiative within WPP, operating at the intersection of advertising technology, machine learning, and audience insight. The Copenhagen office houses a collaborative group of approximately 50 people, featuring data scientists and software engineers. As part of this team, the Senior Data Engineer focuses on taking cutting-edge model research, multimodal embeddings, and agentic tools, transforming them into scalable, robust systems that support global products.
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About the Company
WPP serves as a trusted growth partner for leading global brands, combining media intelligence, creativity, enterprise solutions, and strategic counsel. Powered by talent and the WPP Open marketing platform, the company operates across more than 100 markets. The Open Intelligence group in Copenhagen offers a high-trust, collaborative, and entrepreneurial atmosphere where teamwork takes priority over ego.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official WPP careers page to submit an application for this hybrid role based in Copenhagen.
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Where is this job located?
This position is located in Copenhagen, Denmark, operating on a hybrid schedule with team members in the office approximately four days a week.
How many years of experience are required?
Applicants must have at least 5 years of professional experience in software or machine learning engineering.
What technical skills and cloud platforms are needed?
The role requires strong Python programming skills and cloud experience, with a preference for GCP tools such as Vertex AI, Cloud Run, and BigQuery, alongside knowledge of LLMs and embeddings.
What will I be building in this role?
You will build multimodal embedding spaces, develop an MCP server, and create chat agents with user interfaces on top of those capabilities.
How can I apply for this position?
You can apply by visiting the official WPP company careers page.