Graduation: Building a latency impact framework for the data layer
Assignment type: Graduation
Start date: February 2027
Assignment duration: 6 months
Location: Veghel
Education level: Bachelor / Master
Desired study: Data engineering, data science, software engineering, computer science, business IT & management
Language: Dutch / English
At Vanderlande, we are building a new data backbone that enables applications across our global organization to exchange information reliably and seamlessly. While high message reliability is essential, satisfying strict latency demands is equally critical. As we continuously add new features and capabilities to this Data Layer, understanding their impact on data processing speed becomes vital. Currently, we lack clear insights into how software updates affect message latency.
In this technical graduation assignment, you will take ownership of creating a comprehensive Latency Impact Framework. You will research which architectural changes cause latency bottlenecks, quantify their exact impact, and build a framework that predicts the 'latency costs' of new functionalities before implementation. Your research will directly safeguard the performance and scalability of Vanderlande's core data infrastructure.
You will join the Central Data & Analytics department, specifically embedded within one of our high-performing DevOps teams dedicated to Data Layer development.
Our department provides central data platform solutions and governance across Vanderlande's global business units. You will work in an agile scrum environment alongside experienced data engineers, cloud architects, and software specialists.
Want to see our technology in action? Check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch-v=_XcA_cJgdWI
Do you recognize yourself in this challenging profile? Are you looking for an internship in our organization? Please fill out the application form and upload your resume and cover letter. For more information, contact us by e-mail: internship@vanderlande.com.
Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports and parcel sectors. Its extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology.
The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements.
Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 11,000 employees and a turnover of 2.3 billion euros.
Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) acquired Vanderlande in 2017 to cement its global leading position within material handling. It aims to achieve this by increasing its presence in all integrated and automated projects, and capitalising on the synergies between the organisations and the added value they offer to the market.
TICO therefore launched the Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG), which consists of Toyota L&F, Bastian Solutions, Vanderlande and viastore. TALG is a global partner for integrated logistic process automation, with its group companies collaborating under the guiding principle: for every challenge, a reliable solution.
In May 2025, Vanderlande completed the acquisition of Siemens Logistics' operations outside the USA and in doing so welcomed more than 2,000 new employees. The acquisition supports the company’s strategic ambition to accelerate its growth in automated logistics, particularly strengthening its capacity to deliver baggage, cargo and digital airport solutions.
