Data Engineer Specializing in Databricks

Location: Brussels + Remote

Languages: Dutch and/or French + English

Start Date: As soon as possible

End Date: 30/06/2026 (with possible annual extension)

 

Job Description:

We are looking for a skilled Databricks Data Engineer to join our project team responsible for implementing our Databricks platform. You will work under the supervision of a Project Lead and a Tech Lead/Data Architect.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines on the Databricks platform.
• Manage data ingestion processes from various sources into the Databricks environment.
• Implement and optimize ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to ensure efficient data transformation and integration.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data pipelines.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline performance, implementing necessary maintenance and updates.
• Document data pipeline processes, technical specifications, and best practices.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer to the Data Engineer team, which will take over the responsibility to run the platform in the future.

Required Skills:

• Strong skills in SQL and other relevant programming languages like Python, and experience in Datawarehouse/Lakehouse projects.
• Proven expertise in Databricks and AWS services.
• Kimball modeling expertise in Databricks to support BI activities.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills within a project team and with a Data Engineer team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in SQL and Data warehousing.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with Databricks.