Data Platform Engineer

Ebiquity plc; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Office near Utrecht central station

Job summary

Ebiquity is seeking a Data Platform Engineer to join the Production Data Engineering Team. You will develop and optimize ETL pipelines, ensure data quality and governance, and contribute to cloud-based data platform initiatives in a remote Netherlands-based role.

You will collaborate in an Agile environment, mentor junior engineers, and help advance end-to-end data processing, warehousing, and visualization for global brands in a hybrid/remote setup.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python and SQL for data processing and transformation.
• Experience with ETL processes, data warehousing, and data modeling.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• CI/CD knowledge and best practices for data workflows.
• Agile and DevOps awareness, modern data development lifecycles.
• Strong problem-solving and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize ETL pipelines for large-scale data.
• Implement CI/CD to automate deployments.
• Work with data modeling, warehousing, and integration strategies.
• Ensure data quality, governance, and monitoring.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to scalability and performance of the data platform.
• Engage in Agile ceremonies and architectural discussions.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements.

Skills

Python

SQL

ETL / Data Warehousing

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Agile & DevOps

Data modeling

Data governance

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

Azure

AWS

GCP

Databricks

PySpark

Django

Job description

Data Platform Engineer

Department: Production - Europe

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Netherlands - Remote

Reporting To: Erik Jansen

Description

Data Platform Engineer – Production Data Engineering Team If you are passionate about data engineering, automation, and building scalable data solutions, we would love to hear from you!

About Ebiquity and Our Team Ebiquity is the leading independent marketing and media consultancy, helping global brands optimize their media investments. Our Data Engineering teams are at the heart of this mission. We build the data infrastructure to transform vast amount of data into actionable insights that drive better decision-making. We build and continuously improve our data platform capabilities to ensure high quality, enriched and managed data.

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative, Agile & High-Performing Team – Join a team that not only values knowledge-sharing and continuous learning but also follows modern agile methodologies and DevOps practices. We are proud to be a high-performing team, consistently excelling according to DORA metrics.
• End-to-End Data Engineering – Get hands-on experience with data extraction, transformation, load, warehousing, and visualization—not just one piece of the puzzle.
• Exposure to Cutting-Edge Technologies – Work with the latest developments in modern cloud-based data platforms.
• Constant Challenges & Learning Opportunities – Embrace a role where you are constantly challenged to innovate and grow, with ongoing opportunities to expand your skill set and explore new ideas.
• Work-Life Balance & Flexibility – We support a hybrid working model, offering the flexibility to work from home while staying connected with the team in the office.
• Impact-Driven Work – Your contributions will directly influence how global brands make media investment decisions, giving your work real-world impact.

Who You Are

• Driven and Ambitious: You are motivated to succeed in building highly scalable data environments and have a proven track record of successful ETL/DWH projects.
• Excellent Communicator: You communicate clearly and effectively, able to explain complex issues and articulate your work with confidence.
• Curious and Creative: You embrace openness to experience—constantly exploring new ideas and innovative solutions.
• Team-Oriented: A true team player, you thrive within collaborative environments and actively contribute to improving team processes.
• Strong Problem Solver: You possess excellent problem-solving skills, efficiently troubleshooting data pipeline issues and finding optimal solutions.
• Accountable and Transparent: You take full ownership of your work, consistently communicating progress and challenges.
• Positive Attitude: You bring energy and enthusiasm to the team, fostering a supportive and dynamic work atmosphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop & optimize ETL pipelines to process large-scale data efficiently.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines to automate and improve deployment processes.
• Work with data modeling, warehousing, and integration strategies.
• Ensure data quality, governance, and monitoring are maintained and enhanced.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and best practices.
• Contribute to the scalability and performance of our data infrastructure.
• Participate in Agile development, contributing to sprint planning and team discussions.
• Engage in architectural discussions, ensuring long-term maintainability of data solutions.
• Proactively identify opportunities for automation and process improvements.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Must-Have

• Proficiency in Python & SQL for data processing and transformation.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Experience with ETL processes, data warehousing, and data modeling.
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• CI/CD knowledge and best practices for data engineering workflows.
• Agile & DevOps experience, understanding modern data development lifecycles.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working both independently and within a team.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with PySpark and Databricks.
• Full-stack development experience, particularly with Django (UI & backend).
• Knowledge of data visualization tools and their integration with data pipelines.
• Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and alerting for data systems.
• Exposure to data governance and security best practices.

Benefits

• Based in the Netherlands – candidates must be located within the country. We have a great office directly next to the Utrecht central station.
• Hybrid working model: flexible work-from-home and office presence.
• Collaborative and supportive environment that encourages growth and innovation.
• Opportunity to work with modern data technologies in a fast-paced, agile environment