🇳🇱 Netherlands · 17h ago

Data Platform Engineer

Sytac

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We are seeking a Senior Data Platform Engineer to help build and scale an enterprise-grade, self-service data platform. In this role, you will create the core tooling, infrastructure, and guardrails that empower engineering teams across multiple countries to build and manage high-quality data products securely and efficiently.Key ResponsibilitiesPlatform Engineering: Design, build, and optimize scalable batch/streaming data integration pipelines and self-service platform capabilities.Infrastructure & Automation: Develop reusable IaC modules (Terraform/Terragrunt) and automated CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions).Workload Optimization: Improve performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency for large-scale data processing workloads.Enablement & Governance: Implement cloud security best practices and empower internal engineering teams to adopt self-service workflows.Operational Excellence: Take end-to-end ownership—build, deploy, monitor, and support—including participation in a shared 24/7 on-call rotation for business-critical reliability.Tech Stack & Core TechnologiesLanguages: Python (OOP & SOLID principles)Data Processing & Analytics: Databricks, Apache Spark, Delta Lake, Unity CatalogStreaming & Integrations: Kafka, Azure Event Hubs, REST APIsInfrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform, TerragruntCloud & Security: Azure (IAM, RBAC, Secrets Management)CI/CD & Automation: GitHub ActionsWhat We Are Looking For6+ years of engineering experience in Data Engineering, Platform Engineering, or Software Engineering.Production-grade Python expertise writing clean, testable code using modular design principles.Hands-on cloud experience in Azure, with deep expertise in Databricks, Delta Lake, and Spark architectures.Strong IaC & DevOps background using Terraform/Terragrunt and GitHub Actions.Ownership mindset: Proactive problem solver who simplifies complex workflows and communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical teams.Life at SytacWorking at Sytac means joining a community that prioritizes your growth. Our benefits package is designed for flexibility, learning, and adventure:Unlimited Growth Days: Enjoy your professional development and Sytac activities! 📚The Best Gear: Pick a private laptop (<€4,000) with 50% paid by us, plus a tech budget. 💻Invest in You: A €2,400 annual growth budget for training and conferences. 🌿Future Proof: We contribute 3.75% to your pension.Legendary Trips: Join our annual ski trips, beach BBQs, and epic parties! ⛷️

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