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Data Engineer – Cloud Data Platform & ELT

Digital
Data
Bachelor
Medior (3+)
Location
Équemauville, Calvados
Work type
Consultancy
Work model
Fulltime, Hybrid

Our client, a prominent organization in the media sector, is looking for a Data Engineer to strengthen their data platform team. The role focuses on advancing the maturity of the cloud data architecture by building real-time data applications and scalable ELT pipelines.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, test, and manage robust data management systems.
  • Map and describe data from various source systems to target data stores.
  • Develop and implement ELT pipelines using standardized tooling or custom connectors.
  • Utilize dbt for data transformations to support advanced analytics and BI use cases.
  • Monitor and optimize data quality and existing platform processes.
  • Translate complex technical requirements into understandable solutions for business stakeholders.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience as a Data Engineer focusing on the development of data platforms.
  • Strong proficiency in Python and SQL for developing data streams and ETL processes.
  • Extensive experience with AWS compute and storage services including EC2, ECS, Lambda, S3, and RDS.
  • Proven track record in designing and implementing Infrastructure as Code using AWS CloudFormation.
  • Solid understanding of data architecture and data governance principles.
  • Experience with messaging and integration tools such as SNS, SQS, and API Gateway.
  • Knowledge of security and identity management using IAM and KMS.
  • Proactive and solution-oriented team player with strong analytical thinking.
  • You are fluent in Dutch with a C2 level.

Nice to Haves

  • Experience with Apache Spark and AWS big data services such as Glue, Athena, or EMR.
  • Experience with dbt and Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration.
  • Working knowledge of Go, Java, or Scala.
  • Previous experience within the media industry.
  • Willingness to obtain or possession of an AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification.

Offer

  • Start date: 03/08/2026
  • Duration: 12 months (with extension options)
  • Work regime: Full-time
  • Location: Brussels
  • Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers
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