For a customer in Hasselt, we are searching for a freelance Data Engineer to work in a central data team supporting internal customers of the group comprising over 700 employees.
Responsibilities
- You design and build data architectures and data pipelines that remain stable, scalable and maintainable.
- You integrate data from different source systems into one consistent data layer.
- You set up data models that are logical, performant and reusable.
- You monitor data quality, metadata, security and privacy. Structurally, not ad hoc.
- You make conscious choices in tools and architecture, together with the team.
- You document what you build. So that knowledge remains, even when people change.
- You will support self-service BI initiatives and contribute to training and coaching on data tools and processes.
- You participate in the implementation yourself. Builder’s mentality. Not an ivory tower.
- Together with data analysts, data scientists and business stakeholders, you translate clear requirements into technical solutions.
Profile
- Hands-on experience with cloud environments and modern data technologies such as Fabric, Power Automate, dbt and Visual Studio.
- At least 3 years of experience as a data engineer or data architect.
- Strong knowledge of data architecture, data modeling, and ETL or ELT.
- Experience with the Microsoft data stack. Fabric is a definite plus.
- In-depth knowledge of SQL and modern data storage such as Delta Lake.
- You think in structures, not workarounds.
- You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues.
- You take ownership and act proactively. You don’t wait.
Additional Details
SENIORITY: Medior/Senior
START DATE: March
DURATION: 12 Months
EXTENSION: Yes
CONTRACT: Freelance
LOCATION: Hasselt
ONSITE POLICY: Flexible
HOURS PER WEEK: 40
LANGUAGES: Fluent Dutch and English
INTERVIEW PROCESS: 2 stages