Azure Data Engineer

Software Search; 's-Hertogenbosch; Hybrid; EUR 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Software Search is seeking an experienced Azure Data Engineer to design and deliver Azure-based data platforms and ETL pipelines. You will work across Databricks, Synapse Analytics, and PySpark to transform raw data into reliable, business-ready datasets while maintaining data quality and security.

The role requires Dutch language skills and a preference for hybrid work within the Zwolle region in the Netherlands.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial experience as an Azure/Data engineer or equivalent in a consultancy
• Hands-on with Azure data services, Databricks, and Synapse Analytics
• Experience building ETL pipelines, PySpark, and data validation
• Familiar with CI/CD, Git, cloud security, and scalable engineering practices
• Dutch language fluency and willingness to commute to Zwolle/Overijssel region

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimise Azure-based data pipelines and ETL workflows.
• Develop scalable cloud data platforms using Azure, Databricks, Synapse Analytics.
• Work with PySpark, data modelling, data transformation, and validation processes.
• Improve data quality and reporting accuracy with robust checks and clean pipeline design.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, version control, and modern software delivery practices.
• Collaborate with client teams to translate data requirements into practical solutions.
• Contribute to cloud infrastructure optimisation and secure data platforms.

Skills

Azure

Databricks

PySpark

Data modelling

Data transformation

CI/CD

Git

Cloud security

Scalable engineering

Education

Azure Data Engineering certs (DP-203/DP-201)

Tools

Power BI

Kubernetes

Job description

Azure Data Engineer

Salary: Up to €5,500 per month
Location: Overijssel / Zwolle region
Type: Hybrid

Dutch Speaking Hybrid Role

We are supporting a Dutch technology consultancy that is hiring an experienced Azure Data Engineer to work on cloud data platforms, Azure-based ETL pipelines, Databricks solutions, and scalable data engineering projects.

This role is ideal for a Dutch-speaking Azure Data Engineer with strong hands-on experience across Azure, Databricks, CI/CD pipelines, data modelling, data transformation, and cloud-based analytics environments.

Azure Data Engineer Role Overview

As an Azure Data Engineer, you will design, build, and optimise data pipelines and cloud data platforms within Microsoft Azure environments. You will work closely with consultants, engineers, stakeholders, and client teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and secure data solutions.

This opportunity will suit someone who has a strong technical foundation in data engineering, understands how to build robust ETL workflows, and can help clients turn raw data into clean, reliable, and business-ready datasets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimise Azure-based data pipelines and ETL workflows.
• Develop scalable cloud data platforms using Azure, Databricks, Synapse Analytics, and related technologies.
• Work with PySpark, data modelling, data transformation, and validation processes.
• Improve reporting accuracy and data quality through robust data checks and clean pipeline design.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, version control, and modern software delivery practices.
• Work closely with client teams to understand data requirements and translate them into practical solutions.
• Contribute to cloud infrastructure optimisation, secure platform support, and data platform improvements.
• Help bridge the gap between raw data infrastructure, business logic, and analytics outcomes.

Required Skills and Experience

• Commercial experience as an Azure Data Engineer, Data Engineer, Cloud Data Engineer, or Azure Consultant.
• Strong experience working with Microsoft Azure data services.
• Hands-on experience with Databricks, Azure Synapse Analytics, ETL pipelines, and cloud data platforms.
• Experience with PySpark, data modelling, data transformation, and data validation.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Git, cloud security, and scalable engineering practices.
• Ability to work in consultancy, client-facing, or staff augmentation environments.
• Fluent Dutch language skills.
• Based within commutable distance of the Zwolle / Overijssel region.

Desirable Skills

• Microsoft Azure Data Engineering certifications such as DP-203 or DP-201.
• Experience with Power BI or analytics/reporting environments.
• Knowledge of Kubernetes, cloud infrastructure, or Azure platform optimisation.
• Background in software engineering, React, Scrum, or modern development practices.
• Experience supporting cloud infrastructure, storage optimisation, memory allocation, and secure Azure environments.

If you are an Azure Data Engineer, Cloud Data Engineer, Data Engineer, or Azure Consultant looking for a Dutch-speaking hybrid role, this opportunity could be a strong fit.