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Principal Real-time Data Integration Engineer | Spearheading Data Evolution

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A principal-level data engineer role in Eindhoven designing and implementing real-time, event-based data integration solutions (Kafka, Azure eventing services) for a consulting and digital transformation client, while mentoring consultants and junior engineers and shaping the client's integration strategy.

Eindhoven, Netherlands | Posted on 11/07/2025

We're on the hunt for a Principal Real-time Data Integration Engineer to take on a crucial role with one of our key clients, a powerhouse in the consulting and digital transformation sector. This position is tailor-made for a trailblazer in data engineering, eager to push the boundaries of real-time and event-based data integration.

Your Role and Its Impact:

  • Craft and implement state-of-the-art real-time and event-based data integration solutions, setting new standards in the industry.
  • Mentor and lead within the company, offering your deep expertise to guide business consultants and junior developers/engineers in innovative integration technologies.
  • Embrace a proactive and hands-on attitude, championing innovation and advocating for superior solution quality.
  • Play a significant role in shaping the company strategies for real-time and event- based data integration, contributing to their leadership in the field.

Requirements

  • A technically savvy engineer with a (technical) WO or HBO education and at least 2 years of experience in data engineering, especially in real-time and event-based data integration.
  • Knowledgeable in the Kafka ecosystem, Azure Functions, Event Hub, and Azure Event Bus, with a proficiency in SQL, Python, Java, C#, and cloud platforms like Azure, AWS, and IBM Cloud.
  • Fluent in English, with a solid background in Agile, Scrum, and DevOps methodologies.
  • A balanced work model blending in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work.
  • 25 vacation days to ensure your well-being and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • A career path that is in sync with your professional ambitions and growth.

About Our Client:

  • Our Client stands out as a pragmatic and effective consulting firm, renowned for comprehensive end-to-end transformations that merge consulting, technology, and data.
  • A team of over 1000 motivated professionals across North-Western Europe, dedicated to delivering excellence and known for a culture that values can-do attitude, teamwork, curiosity, integrity, and joy.

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