Our client is looking for a versatile data platform engineer to help build and operate a cloud-native environment that supports reliable, scalable data services. This opportunity combines platform engineering, automation, infrastructure, and software development, with a strong focus on operational quality and collaboration across teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain automation and tooling using Python and Shell scripting.
- Design and implement Infrastructure as Code solutions with Terraform.
- Work across core AWS services, including networking, IAM, compute, and storage.
- Deploy, operate, and troubleshoot containerized applications on Kubernetes and Amazon EKS.
- Build, improve, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, using Git-based workflows and preferably Bitbucket.
- Support Snowflake administration, including security configuration, RBAC, privileges, resource hierarchy, and object lifecycle management.
- Provision and manage Snowflake resources through Terraform, supporting automated environment setup, access management, and governance.
- Apply solid software engineering practices such as version control, code reviews, testing, automation, and operational excellence.
Technical Skills
- Strong hands‑on experience with Python and Shell scripting.
- Practical knowledge of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code principles.
- Deep understanding of AWS cloud services and architecture.
- Experience with Kubernetes and Amazon EKS in production environments.
- Proficiency with Git and CI/CD pipeline design and maintenance.
- Good understanding of Snowflake administration and Terraform-based resource provisioning.
Profile
The ideal candidate brings an engineering mindset, a structured approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively in a cross‑functional environment. You should be comfortable moving between platform operations, automation, and software development, while keeping reliability, scalability, and governance in focus.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Clear and effective communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
- Good understanding of best practices in DevOps and platform engineering.
Practical Information
- Preferred languages: fluent Dutch and fluent English.
- Experience with Java and the Spring Boot ecosystem is a plus.
- Knowledge of Apache Kafka and event‑driven architectures is also considered an advantage.
Contactperson & Reference
- Reference #: INW27935
- Jeroen Van Hoecke
- jeroen.vanhoecke@i4m.be