Data Engineer

Houdijk; Vlaardingen; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Healthcare support

Gym membership

Bike allowance

Commuting allowance

Flexible hours

Training opportunities

ADV days sale

Job summary

Royal Houdijk seeks a Data Engineer to convert machine, production and business data into reliable insights and smart data solutions. You will work at the intersection of data engineering, analytics and industrial automation, delivering value for colleagues and customers.

You will design and maintain data pipelines, data models and dashboards using Python, SQL, Azure Data Factory, Power BI and APIs, with opportunities to grow your skills and career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Data Engineering, Data Science, CS or equivalent.
• Experience with Python and SQL or a strong motivation to learn.
• Knowledge of data modelling, databases, APIs, cloud services and data management.
• Quality-driven mindset focused on reliability, security, privacy and maintainability.
• Fluency in Dutch and English, both spoken and written.
• Independent and proactive with collaborative mindset.
• Certificate of Conduct (VOG) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain reliable data pipelines from machines, production systems, databases, files and external sources.
• Collect, transform and make data available for applications.
• Develop and maintain data models and datasets for reporting and analysis.
• Monitor, clean and validate data; resolve data quality issues.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards and KPIs.
• Test data pipelines, calculations, definitions, and access permissions.
• Document test results and changes after implementation.
• Support UAT and implementation testing.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data modelling

APIs

Cloud services

Data management

Dutch & English

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Data Engineering/Data Science/CS

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Are you passionate about turning data into real impact? As a Data Engineer at Royal Houdijk, you transform machine, production, and business data into reliable insights and smart data solutions. Your work helps us continuously improve our systems and organization, making them smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable.

About the job

As a Data Engineer you will work at the intersection of data engineering, analytics, and industrial automation. You will work with data generated directly by our machines and production systems, as well as data from our business processes.

You will ensure that this data is collected, processed, and made available in the right way. You will then transform data into reliable models, analyses, reports, and dashboards that provide real value to both our colleagues and customers.

You will work with technologies such as Python, SQL, Azure Data Factory, Azure Functions, Power BI, and APIs. You don't need to be an expert in every area from day one. Depending on your experience, we will give you plenty of opportunities to further develop your skills and grow within the role.

Your key responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain reliable data pipelines for data from machines, production systems, databases, files, and external sources.
• Collect, transform, and make data available for a variety of applications.
• Develop and maintain data models and datasets for reporting and analysis.
• Monitor, clean, and validate data, and structurally resolve issues related to data quality, completeness, and accuracy.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, KPIs, and other data-driven information products.
• Test data pipelines, calculations, definitions, reports, and access permissions.
• Document test results and changes following implementation.
• Support implementation and user acceptance testing (UAT).

What we offer

Working at Royal Houdijk means being part of an organization with a personal approach, short lines of communication, and an open, informal working environment where collaboration comes naturally.

We are driven by development. Not only in terms of technology, but especially when it comes to the personal and professional growth of our people. With the right guidance and a positive, supportive work climate, we encourage you to bring out the best in yourself.

In addition, we offer an attractive benefits package that reflects the value we place on our employees.

What you can expect:

• A monthly salary between €3.992 and €5.148 (based on a 40‑hour workweek), with opportunities for further growth through specialization or career development.
• 27 vacation days and 13 additional leave days (ADV) in accordance with the Metalektro collective labor agreement.
• The option to “sell” unused ADV days each year.
• A fixed monthly commuting allowance of €0.25 per kilometer.
• A solid pension plan with PME, with 50% of the contributions covered by Royal Houdijk.
• Attractive employee benefits such as financial support for uncovered healthcare costs, a gym membership, or a contribution towards a new bicycle for commuting.
• A healthy work‑life balance, with flexibility to organize your working hours.
• Internal and external training opportunities to support your personal development and to maintain your product and system knowledge.

What you bring

You are passionate about data, technology, and the real‑world processes behind them. You don't just want to know what the numbers are telling you, you also want to understand where the data comes from and how it can be used to improve our machines, processes, and decision‑making.

You are analytical and detail‑oriented, while also taking a pragmatic approach. In addition, you are able to explain technical details in a clear and accessible way to both technical and non‑technical colleagues.

Key qualifications:

• A completed Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science, or a comparable technical field.
• Experience with, or a strong motivation to learn, Python and SQL.
• Knowledge of or an interest in data modelling, databases, APIs, cloud services, and data management.
• A quality‑driven mindset, with a strong focus on reliability, security, privacy, documentation, and maintainability.
• Good command of both Dutch and English, spoken and written.
• An independent and proactive approach to work, while actively seeking collaboration with colleagues and internal users.
• Providing a Certificate of Conduct (VOG) may be part of the application process.

Questions about the vacancy?

For questions about this vacancy or working at Royal Houdijk, contact our HR team. We're happy to help.

See what a day in your new position looks like Your future team

You will be part of our Software Engineering department, working closely with colleagues across a range of technical disciplines, including Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Hardware Engineering.

This multidisciplinary collaboration is what makes your role particularly interesting. The data you work with does not exist in isolation. It is generated by our machines, sensors, software, production systems, and business processes, giving you a direct connection to both our technology and day‑to‑day operations.

Together, we work towards one shared goal: making our systems smarter, more reliable, and more efficient every day.

About Royal Houdijk

Every day, millions of baked goods move seamlessly through our systems, from oven to packaging, with unmatched efficiency and precision. Royal Houdijk employs 225 people and operates from its headquarters in Vlaardingen, the Netherlands, supported by global service centers in the USA, Mexico and Austria.

'As an employer, Royal Houdijk stands for teamwork, collegiality, and growth. Career development is actively encouraged.'