Build the cloud infrastructure for Europe's green energy transition
Are you a seasoned cloud engineer with deep expertise in Azure, Kubernetes, and Databricks? Do you want to apply your skills to one of the most significant challenges of our time? A key player in the European energy sector is seeking a Senior Azure Data Platform Engineer to build and maintain the cloud-native data platform that powers the green energy transition.
Our client is a critical European energy operator at the forefront of the continent's energy transition. Their mission is to connect vast offshore wind farms in the North Sea to the mainland, guaranteeing a reliable supply of green energy for millions. You will join the central Digital & Data organization, working within a DevOps team on their modern, cloud-based data platform, which is foundational to all data initiatives across the company.
This role requires a deep and practical command of modern cloud and data technologies. We are looking for:
MUST-HAVES: A minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, specifically with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Data Factory, and Azure Databricks.
Cloud & IaC: Proven experience provisioning and managing infrastructure with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Bicep.
Data & Programming: Advanced proficiency in Python, Java, and SQL. Deep expertise in Databricks development (Delta Lake, structured streaming, optimization) and knowledge of Big Data tech like Apache Spark.
DevOps & CI/CD: Extensive experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
APIs & Integration: Familiarity with building and integrating RESTful APIs for seamless data exchange.
As a Senior Azure Data Platform Engineer, you won't just be managing infrastructure; you'll be engineering the foundation for data-driven decision-making that accelerates the transition to sustainable energy. Your responsibilities include:
Design & Implement: Architect and develop scalable, production-grade data pipelines and distributed data processing solutions on Azure.
Automate & Orchestrate: Build and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to fully automate the deployment and testing of data engineering workflows.
Ensure Reliability & Performance: Take ownership of the performance, fault tolerance, observability (logging/monitoring), and reliability of the data platform.
Collaborate & Innovate: Actively participate in knowledge sharing, design discussions, and technical reviews to continuously improve solutions and team practices.
Beyond your technical prowess, you are a proactive team player with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering (or have equivalent practical experience) and possess excellent communication skills in English (Dutch is not required).
Role: Senior Azure Data Platform Engineer
Location: Arnhem area, Netherlands (Hybrid work, with 2 days in the office, including a fixed team day on Thursday).
Contract Type: Interim assignment.
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Interview Process: The selection consists of one online panel interview via MS Teams. A Pre-Employment Screening is part of the procedure.
Ready to power the future with data?
If you have the skills and the drive to take on this critical challenge, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a key part of Europe's sustainable energy future.