Databricks Data Engineer
Deloitte Netherlands Open · verified Oct 24, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Data Engineering role at Deloitte Netherlands. Amsterdam · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Build and run Databricks ETL/ELT pipelines with PySpark, SparkSQL and Scala for batch and real-time workloads
- Move legacy ETL processes into Databricks, creating scalable pipelines for client data
- Tune Databricks clusters and jobs for lower cost and better performance
- Automate notebook, job and pipeline testing and deployment through CI/CD
- Apply Delta Lake and medallion design, embed data quality, and work with cloud platform engineers on secure, operable solutions
What you bring
- A technical master's degree, preferably in data science, computer science or another listed field
- At least four years working in data engineering
- Hands-on Databricks and Apache Spark experience, including PySpark and Spark SQL, plus strong SQL skills
- Understanding of Delta Lake and medallion architecture, with Python, Scala or another data engineering language
- Excellent English and Dutch
Who this fits
This mid-level, full-time role is based onsite in Amsterdam. You’ll suit work that combines hands-on pipeline engineering with client advice and collaboration with cloud platform engineers.
From the employer
You will design, build, and optimize data pipelines in Databricks. You will apply data engineering best practice and use core Databricks features to deliver scalable and reliable data solutions for our clients. At Deloitte.
- Develop, optimize, and operate ETL/ELT pipelines in Databricks using PySpark, SparkSQL, and Scala;
- Run migration programmes to Databricks, including legacy ETL processes into scalable data pipelines;
- Build robust data pipelines on Databricks for real time and batch processing;
- Configure and manage Databricks clusters and jobs for cost and performance efficiency;
- Apply CI/CD to automate testing and deployment of notebooks, jobs, and pipelines;
- Drive adoption of Databricks Lakehouse architecture and data engineering practice across our clients.
Naturally you are keen to discover and learn new things each day and you are confident and rely on your self-worth. But most importantly, be the true you. The one and only you. With your personal strengths, view of the world and unique personality. You need the following qualifications for the position of Databricks Data Engineer:
- A technical Master’s degree, preferably in Data Science, Big Data, Econometrics, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field;
- At least 4 years of work experience in data engineering; consulting experience is a plus;
- Strong hands-on experience with Databricks and Apache Spark (PySpark and Spark SQL);
- Deep understanding of Delta Lake and medallion architecture;
- Proficiency in SQL and one or more data engineering related programming languages (Python, Scala, etc);
- Relevant Databricks certifications (Data Engineer Associate/Professional, Spark Developer Associate, Data Analyst Associate);
- Excellent command of English and Dutch.
As a Databricks Data Engineer, you will be a trusted adviser to our clients, designing and building reliable ETL/ELT pipelines in Databricks. You will apply the medallion architecture and Delta Lake best practice, optimize clusters for performance and cost, and embed data quality to deliver reliable data products. You will work closely with cloud platform engineers to ensure data solutions are secure, scalable, and easy to operate.
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