EY Senior Data Engineer - Financial Services 

Belgium, Flemish Brabant 

218981255

Your key responsibilities

As Data Engineer, you will do:

• Data Pipeline Development: Design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines using modern tools like Databricks, dbt, … to facilitate efficient ETL/ELT processes.
• Data Migration: Lead and execute data migration projects, ensuring seamless transition of data from legacy systems to new cloud-based platforms while maintaining data integrity and quality.
• Cloud Platform Management: Set up, configure, and manage cloud-based data platforms (e.g., databricks, snowflake, azure) to support data storage, processing, and analytics.
• Collaboration with Stakeholders: Work closely with business stakeholders to understand data requirements, provide insights, and ensure alignment between data engineering efforts and business objectives.
• DataOps Implementation: Implement DataOps practices to enhance collaboration between data engineering and operations teams, ensuring continuous integration and delivery of data solutions.
• Technology Exploration: Stay updated with the latest technologies and trends in data engineering, evaluating and integrating new tools and frameworks (e.g., dbt, Python libraries) to improve data processing and analytics.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor and optimize data pipelines and processes for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness in cloud environments.
• Documentation and Best Practices: Maintain comprehensive documentation of data workflows, architecture, and best practices to ensure knowledge sharing and compliance with data governance standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other IT teams to ensure that data solutions meet analytical needs and support business intelligence initiatives.
  

Skills and attributes for success

• Master’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics or another relevant subject.
• Minimum 2 Years Experience: Proven experience in data engineering roles, demonstrating a solid understanding of data modeling and platform building.
• Proficient in Python and Coding: Practical experience with Python or other programming languages, enabling the development of data pipelines and automation scripts.
• Database Technologies Expertise: Familiarity with various database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) to effectively manage and manipulate data.
• Cloud Technologies Knowledge: Experience with Azure and Databricks is a significant advantage, showcasing the ability to work with modern cloud-based data platforms.
• SQL Proficiency: Strong SQL skills are essential for querying and managing relational databases, ensuring efficient data retrieval and manipulation.
• Client-Facing Experience: Ability to interact with clients and stakeholders, understanding their needs and translating them into technical solutions.
• Collaborative Team Player: Experience working collaboratively within a team environment, contributing to collective goals and supporting team members.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex data concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive Attitude: A "go-getter" mentality, demonstrating initiative and a willingness to tackle challenges and drive projects forward.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in Dutch or French, along with proficient business English, to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders and clients.

What we offer you

• You will be part of a leading global professional services firm.
• You will be part of the EY family where everyone is willing to offer support and senior management is very accessible.
• You will join a dynamic and growing team with a great mix of young and experienced professionals focusing on financial services.
• You will get extensive trainings on technical matters, as well as soft skills and project management, and you will have access to new technologies and innovative equipment.
• We are proud of our flexible working arrangements, and we will support you to build a successful career and deliver excellent client service, without sacrificing your personal priorities.
• While our client-facing profession might require part-time working at client site and business traveling at times, we are committed to helping you achieve a lifestyle balance.