Data Engineer

Context

The King Baudouin Foundation manages more than 1,500 projects and funds within its thematic programs. To ensure this runs smoothly, we use various IT and digital tools, designed, implemented, and monitored by internal staff members and a range of external partners.

The King Baudouin is looking for a
Data Engineer (m/f/x)
in order to support the Technology team and especially the development and maintenance of a Data Warehouse. The Data Engineer will work closely with the Data Portfolio Manager and the Head of Technology and will be part of a Technology team of 6 persons.

Your responsibilities

• You implement and maintain data pipelines from data sources to our data platform
• You implement and maintain different layers in the data platform in a medallion architecture: Bronze, Silver, Gold
• You implement and maintain business logic transformations of data and ETL between the different layers
• You optimize and develop the data architecture
• You improve data integrations between operational systems
• You ensure data quality: regular testing and controls
• You ensure data security at all stages
• You manage the user accesses
• You train technical users on the different components
• You document and update current documentation
• You report regularly on the advancement of the project to the team
• You follow-up tickets and project management
• You will be assigned further other Data engineering projects

Your profile

• You have a first
  experience as a Data Engineer,
  with a solid foundation
  in data-related tasks
• You have a solid experience with the following tools:
  Git, Microsoft Azure cloud technologies: Fabric, Azure Databricks, Power BI, Azure Data Factory
• You know how to code in:
  Python, Spark
  and
  SQL

• You have a very good knowledge of :

• Databases
  principles

• ETL
  principles
• Pipelines
  best practices
• Coding
  best practices (Git, CI/CD, Documentation, etc)
• DevOps
  principles
• Data Security
• Data architecture- You have knowledge of data integration and middleware, even better if you know Boomi.
• You bring hands-on experience in project follow-up and coordination, ensuring smooth execution and timely delivery.
• You are self-driven and take initiative with confidence, always ready to move things forward.
• You are highly organized and meticulous, with a sharp eye for detail and a structured approach to work.
• You communicate clearly and effectively, both in writing and speaking, across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• You are passionate about contributing to projects that have a meaningful societal impact.
• You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy building strong, positive team dynamics.
• You embrace new challenges as opportunities to learn and evolve
• You are fluent in either Dutch or French, and you have an excellent knowledge of English.

Our offer

• A full-time contract for an indefinite period
• This position is strictly office-based. Remote work is not an option
• An exciting and varied job with a lot of autonomy and many contacts
• Possibility for advancement based on your talents and development desires
• Opportunity for training, including language courses
• Flexible schedule and possibility of teleworking
• An attractive salary accompanied by extralegal benefits such as meal vouchers, group and hospitalization insurance, laptop, and mobile phone, public transport subscription, bike allowance, ergonomic equipment, etc.
• A workplace in the heart of Brussels, easily accessible by public transport

Interested
? Send your application with your CV and cover letter.

About the King Baudouin Foundation

An inclusive workplace

We are all different, and we want that to be reflected within our teams. We firmly believe that these differences allow us to better meet the needs of society.

If you have a disability, please do not hesitate to inform us. We will ensure that you can participate in the selection process under the best possible conditions.

Our mission

The King Baudouin Foundation's mission is to contribute to a better society in Belgium, in Europe, and around the world.

In Belgium and Europe, it is a driver of change and innovation in the service of the public interest and social cohesion. It seeks to maximize its impact by strengthening the capacities of organizations and individuals. It encourages effective philanthropy from individuals and businesses.

Its core values are integrity and transparency, pluralism and independence, respect for diversity, and the promotion of solidarity.