Data Engineer

Synthomer plc; Middelburg; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Discretionary global bonus scheme

LTIP for senior roles

Healthcare tailored to region

Flexible working options

Job summary

Synthomer plc is building a new Digital Centre of Excellence to power analytics, AI, and data-driven decision making across the organization. We are seeking a Data Engineer who designs scalable data pipelines, creates trusted datasets, and collaborates with Data Scientists and stakeholders globally.

You will work on cloud-based data products using Databricks and Spark, ensuring data quality, governance, and security while contributing to the growth of the Digital CoE.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Data Engineering.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for data pipelines.
• Experience building ELT pipelines in cloud environments.
• Strong data modelling, architecture and governance knowledge.
• Experience with modern data platforms and scalable data solutions.
• Collaborative mindset and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable data pipelines and integrations across multiple enterprise systems and external data sources.
• Build and maintain cloud-based data products using Databricks, Delta Lake, and Apache Spark.
• Create trusted datasets that support analytics, reporting, and AI initiatives.
• Implement data quality, governance, security, and monitoring frameworks.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists to enable advanced analytics and machine learning use cases.
• Drive continuous improvement of our global data ecosystem and engineering standards.
• Contribute to the growth and maturity of our newly established Digital CoE.

Skills

Python

SQL

Databricks

Apache Spark

ELT pipelines

Data modelling

Data governance

Cloud platforms

Collaboration

Data architecture

Tools

Databricks

Apache Spark

Job description

Synthomer is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialised polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection – growing markets that serve billions of end users worldwide. Headquartered in London, UK and publicly listed there since 1971, we employ c.3,900 employees across our 5 innovation centres of excellence and more than 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and Asia. Around 20% of our sales volumes are from new and patent protected products. At our innovation centres of excellence in the UK, Germany, China, Malaysia and Ohio, USA we collaborate closely with our customers to develop new products and enhance existing ones tailored to their needs, with an increasing range of sustainability benefits. Since 2021, we have been proud holders of the London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark, which recognises green technology businesses making a significant contribution to a more sustainable, low‑carbon economy.

Data Engineer Build the data foundation for Synthomer's digital future

Location: Home-based (Netherlands, Belgium or United Kingdom) Type: Full-time

At Synthomer, we are accelerating our digital transformation journey. To support this ambition, we are establishing a new Digital Centre of Excellence (CoE) that will drive innovation, advanced analytics, AI, and data-driven decision-making across our global organization. We're looking for a Data Engineer who thrives on building scalable, high-performing data platforms and enjoys turning complex data landscapes into trusted business assets. Your impact As a Data Engineer, you'll be instrumental in creating the data foundation that powers analytics, machine learning, and business insights across Synthomer. Working closely with Data Scientists, Data Translators, Enterprise Architecture teams, and business stakeholders, you'll design and deliver robust data products that enable smarter decisions across our global operations. What you'll be doing Design and develop scalable data pipelines and integrations across multiple enterprise systems and external data sources. Build and maintain cloud-based data products using Databricks, Delta Lake, and Apache Spark. Create trusted datasets that support analytics, reporting, and AI initiatives. Implement data quality, governance, security, and monitoring frameworks. Collaborate with Data Scientists to enable advanced analytics and machine learning use cases. Drive continuous improvement of our global data ecosystem and engineering standards. Contribute to the growth and maturity of our newly established Digital CoE.

What you'll be doing

• Design and develop scalable data pipelines and integrations across multiple enterprise systems and external data sources.
• Build and maintain cloud-based data products using Databricks, Delta Lake, and Apache Spark.
• Create trusted datasets that support analytics, reporting, and AI initiatives.
• Implement data quality, governance, security, and monitoring frameworks.
• Collaborate with Data Scientists to enable advanced analytics and machine learning use cases.
• Drive continuous improvement of our global data ecosystem and engineering standards.
• Contribute to the growth and maturity of our newly established Digital CoE.

What we're looking for

• 3-5 years of experience in Data Engineering.
• Strong expertise in Python, SQL, Databricks, and Apache Spark.
• Experience building ELT pipelines in cloud environments.
• Solid understanding of data modelling, architecture, and governance.
• Experience working with modern data platforms and scalable data solutions.
• A collaborative mindset and strong problem-solving abilities.

Why join Synthomer?

Be part of a newly established global Digital Centre of Excellence. Shape the future data landscape of a leading specialty chemicals company. Work remotely while collaborating with international teams. Influence high-impact digital and AI initiatives across the business. Enjoy the freedom to innovate and help build something from the ground up.

Global Benefits Overview

• Competitive, market-aligned compensation
• Discretionary global bonus scheme
• Discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) – for senior positions
• Company car or car allowance – varies by region and role
• Healthcare – tailored to regional locations
• Parental leave and family support – maternity, paternity, adoption (aligned with regional policies)
• Working options – flexibility where it matters, based on role and business needs
• Learning & development opportunities – training, online platforms, buddy/mentorship programs, Internal Synthomer University with L&D offers
• Wellbeing support – employee assistance program (EAP), mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives
• Retirement / pension contributions – plans vary by country
• Culture of Inclusion – where everyone can thrive
• Performance culture, global reward & recognition programmes

Synthomer plc is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialised polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection – growing markets that serve billions of end users worldwide. Headquartered in London, UK and publicly listed there since 1971, we employ c.3,900 employees across our 5 innovation centres of excellence and more than 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and Asia. Around 20% of our sales volumes are from new and patent protected products. At Synthomer, we take your privacy seriously. Whether you're reaching out to us, working with us, or partnering in business, we’re committed to safeguarding your personal information. To view our full Data Privacy Policy, please click the link below: Privacy Policy | Synthomer