Medior Data Engineer

Antwerp -
As a Data Engineer you exploit the daily reach of millions of readers and viewers on our online platforms as a competitive advantage by closely collaborating with analysts and data scientists across all departments throughout the entire organisation. You build cloud-based data pipelines, both batch and streaming, and its underlying infrastructure.

As a Data Engineer you ensure the reliability and stability of our Group Data Platform and its data pipelines: you implement required monitoring, you understand how to balance the costs of running cloud processes with benefits of reliable speed of delivery and you want to continually improve production systems. In short: you live up to our principle 'You Built It, You Run It'.

How will you make a difference?

• One day you build an ETL to feed our reporting system, the next one you're building a real-time customer profile by aggregating their online behavior and allowing the usage of this profile to recommend other articles on our online platforms.
• Co-develop and co-operate the cloud-based data pipelines and platform from inception and design, through deployment, operation and refinement
• Closely collaborate with data scientists and analysts in our daily work, colocation days, data engineering guild and communities of practice.
• You are a protagonist in harmonising our data landscape across countries, over departments and through acquisitions.

Who are you ?

• You hold a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences, Data Engineering, or a related field;
• You communicate easily about technical and functional requirements with people outside of the team;
• You have a positive and constructive mindset and give feedback accordingly;
• You are AWS certified or willing to get certified to at least an Associate level;
• You enjoy analyzing and troubleshooting technical issues
• You hold high standards for the quality of the work you deliver

Furthermore, you have experience in:

• working with AWS
• developing applications in a Kubernetes environment
• developing batch jobs in Apache Spark (pyspark or Scala) and scheduling them in an Airflow environment
• developing streaming applications for Apache Kafka in Python or Scala
• working with CI/CD pipelines
• writing Infrastructure as Code with Terraform
• transferring knowledge to other team members.

Our offer
You will be working in an exciting media environment bustling with fun colleagues. Like you, they are passionate about digital and offline media and are continuously learning new things from each other and from the best in the trade. You are set out on a journey where every next week will be different from the last, and where you are stimulated on a daily basis to take things to the next level.

What else is included in your package?
Competitive Compensation: Receive a salary that reflects the value of your skills and experience.

Comprehensive Equipment: We provide you with all necessary resources, including a laptop, phone, and meal vouchers, to ensure your work environment supports your productivity.

Extensive Insurance Coverage: Our insurance policy ensures comprehensive coverage for peace of mind.

Flexible Work Arrangements: Opt for remote work days to suit your lifestyle and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Performance-Based Incentives: Benefit from our company's success with additional income tied to our overall performance.

Continuous Professional Development: Enhance your skills and knowledge through the DPG Academy for lifelong learning.

Ample Vacation Time: Enjoy 32 days of vacation to rejuvenate and relax.

Innovative Office Spaces: Our dynamic offices in Antwerp and Vilvoorde are designed to inspire creativity.

Exclusive Media Discounts: Take advantage of exclusive deals on our media products and events.

Vibrant Work Culture: Experience a welcoming atmosphere with spontaneous events and social gatherings, including our renowned staff party.

As the leading media company in Belgium , we welcome talent from all backgrounds. Regardless of your background, we invite you to apply for this position. It's the diversity among colleagues that leads to surprising insights and innovative solutions, which aligns perfectly with our organizational values. We are eager to learn who you are and what qualities and experiences you bring. If you want to know more about our inclusive work environment, click hier

Applying, and then?
Are you ready to get started? Apply now You'll receive a response to your application within 10 working days, letting you know whether you're in the first selection round. If you are, we'll contact you to schedule an appointment at our office.

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