Data Governance Engineer

Netherlands; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Datashift in Rotterdam seeks a Data Engineer to join our fast-growing data governance practice. You will implement governance by design, embed data quality, and integrate access controls early in the data lifecycle using Collibra, Purview, or similar platforms.

The role targets candidates with 2–5 years in data management or analytics, client-facing consulting experience, strong SQL and API skills, scripting ability (Python or Groovy), and fluent English and Dutch.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in data management, analytics, or BI.
• Experience with data governance and governance-by-design.
• Consulting or client-facing experience.
• Solid SQL, APIs, and data integration knowledge.
• Experience with scripting (Python, Groovy) is a plus.
• Fluent in English and Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support clients on data governance best practices.
• Automate metadata capture and lineage into governance platforms.
• Assist in implementing data quality tools and pipelines.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver governance solutions.

Skills

Python

SQL

APIs

Data governance

Dutch language

English language

Consulting & client engagement

Tools

Collibra

Purview

Job description

Datashift is a rapidly growing consultancy team with a focus on delivering solutions that answer business questions with data and facts. In early 2025, we opened an office in Rotterdam to further strengthen our support for clients in the Netherlands and drive our continued growth.

To support one of our fastest growing practices (i.e. Data Governance & Quality), we are looking for a skilled Data Engineer. In this role, you will play a crucial role in helping our clients unlock the full value of their data by implementing robust governance frameworks and optimizing data management & quality processes.

Responsibilities

Advise and support clients on data governance best practices – Implement data governance by design / shift left, embedding policies, data quality, and access controls early in the data lifecycle. Integrate governance into data pipelines and platforms using workflows, automation, CI/CD, and tools like Collibra, Purview, or custom frameworks.

Automate the capture of technical metadata and lineage from source systems into data governance platforms like (e.g. Collibra).

Advise and support the implementation of data quality tools such as Collibra Data Quality, Soda, Monte Carlo, or Great Expectations.

Job requirements

Qualifications

2-5 years of experience – Background in data management, analytics, engineering, or BI, with an interest in transitioning into or deepening expertise in data governance.

Consulting & client engagement skills – Preferably, experience working with external clients (or internal stakeholders) to assess requirements, deliver solutions, and support change management.

Hands-on experience with data governance platforms – Experience with Collibra or similar platforms is a plus.

Technical proficiency – Familiarity with SQL, APIs, and data integration concepts (e.g. ELT); experience with scripting (Python, Groovy, Activiti/Flowable) for workflow automation is considered a plus.

Communication – Fluent in English and Dutch.

Skillset

Python

Collibra

Skills

SQL and data integration concepts

Collibra workflow development*

REST APIs

*: Nice to have. Eagerness to learn is more important than current level.

Why join Datashift in the Netherlands?

Opportunity for strategic impact – Join a fast-growing data consultancy team, expand your skills, and work with top-tier organizations as clients—all while benefiting from the expertise and support of our established practice in Belgium.

Competitive package – Receive a comprehensive compensation & benefits plan tailored to match your experience and potential.

Client-facing experience – Build your consulting and stakeholder skills while solving deep technical problems.

Every project is different – Work with a variety of top-tier clients, from banks to scale-ups each with unique data landscapes.

Best-of-breed tooling: Get hands-on experience with market-leading tools and data platforms.

Award-winning workplace – We are based in CIC Rotterdam (one of Europe’s Leading Start-up Hubs according to the Financial Times), home to 150+ young companies and literally next to the iconic Centraal Station. A great commute guaranteed.