Job Description

Senior Data Engineer – Azure & Databricks

Aalst, Belgium (Hybrid)

Application Deadline: 6 July 2026

We are looking for a senior data engineer to support the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of a modern Azure-based data platform for a leading public-sector organization in Aalst, Belgium

This role focuses on designing and implementing robust data services, building ETL pipelines from Databricks, and contributing to the ongoing evolution of a cloud-based data platform. Working within an Agile environment, you will play a key role in both operational platform support and the delivery of new data engineering projects.

Contract Details

• Location: Aalst, Belgium
• Work Model: Hybrid (minimum one day per week on-site)
• Start Date: 20 July 2026
• End Date: 30 September 2026
• Estimated Workload: Approximately 320 hours
• Employment Type: Contract / Freelance

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ETL processes for Azure-based data services.
• Build and optimize data pipelines using Databricks.
• Support the daily operation and monitoring of the Azure data platform.
• Identify opportunities to improve platform performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Design and implement new data engineering solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous enhancement of the Power BI environment.
• Ensure development follows established technical standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within an Agile delivery environment.

Technology Stack

• Microsoft Azure
• Azure Data Factory
• Azure Databricks
• Python
• Java
• Scala
• ETL Development
• SQL & Databases
• Power BI
• Agile Methodologies

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a data engineer.
• Minimum 4 years' experience with Azure Data Factory.
• Minimum 3 years' experience with Databricks.
• Strong experience designing and developing ETL pipelines.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages, including
  • Python
  • Java
  • Scala
• Experience building scalable cloud-based data solutions.
• Databricks Certification.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Dutch language proficiency at the CEFR C2 level is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing enterprise ETL processes.
• Strong database design and development experience.
• Experience delivering projects within government or public-sector organizations.
• Familiarity with enterprise technical standards and governance frameworks.
• Experience working within Agile development teams.

Why Join?

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a modern cloud data platform that supports critical environmental and digital services. You'll work with cutting-edge Azure technologies, drive platform improvements, and play an important role in delivering high-quality data solutions within a collaborative Agile environment.

Application Deadline: 6 July 2026