BI / Data Engineer | European Commission

At Ayesa Digital, we grow with you Every professional in our company is vital to us. Thanks to their talent, we continue to expand; today, we are a global team of over 11,000 people working toward a common goal. Ayesa Digital is currently participating in high-impact European Union projects designed to address major European challenges and drive science and innovation. These are strategic technological projects based on collaborative initiatives that stand out for their international focus and a strong commitment to socially oriented results. We are looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join an international environment supporting research data platforms and analytics solutions used by European institutions and stakeholders. Based in Brussels (hybrid, with on-site presence one day per week), you will design and maintain scalable data pipelines and analytics infrastructure supporting research and innovation initiatives. Working within a multicultural environment, you will collaborate with data scientists, analysts, researchers, and business teams to deliver data-driven insights and solutions.

What you'll do
• Design and implement data pipelines using modern data orchestration tools (Airflow, dbt)
• Work with data lakes and lakehouse architectures (Snowflake, Delta Lake)
• Optimize SQL queries and data warehouse performance
• Implement data quality frameworks and validation processes
• Build BI solutions and dashboards using tools like Power BI or Tableau
• Manage and document metadata and data lineage
• Deploy data solutions using AWS and containerization technologies
• Troubleshoot data issues and ensure pipeline reliability and SLAs
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts on analytics requirements and technical solutions What we're looking for
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (EQF 7); or Bachelor's degree + 7 years data/IT professional experience; or Secondary education + 12 years data/IT professional experience
• 5+ years of data engineering professional experience
• Strong SQL skills (PostgreSQL or similar databases)
• Python or PySpark development experience
• Data warehouse and data lake design knowledge
• Experience with BI tools and analytics platforms
• Problem-solving abilities and strong attention to data quality
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and collaborative development
• English or French language proficiency at B2 level or higher Nice to have
• Experience with Snowflake or Databricks
• Knowledge of dbt and modern data stack tools
• Data governance and metadata management expertise
• Background with AWS data services (S3, Glue, Athena)
• Experience with research or innovation data platforms
• Understanding of data security, privacy, and compliance requirements (GDPR)
• Familiarity with machine learning pipelines and MLOps

What We Offer
• Prestigious projects within European institutions
• International, innovative, and multicultural environments
• Continuous support from a team of experts in EU projects
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid model with 1 day/week on-site in Brussels)
• Opportunities to work with cutting-edge data technologies and research data If you are ambitious, enthusiastic, and seeking a new professional challenge in international projects with real-world impact, this is the place for you In accordance with Organic Law 3/2007 of March 22, the company is committed to promoting the defense and effective application of the principle of equality between men and women, preventing any type of labor discrimination based on sex, and guaranteeing equal entry opportunities. Furthermore, we promote diversity and reject any discrimination based on race, gender, functional diversity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other personal or social condition, striving to build an inclusive and enriching environment.