Data Engineer Consultant

Are you passionate about transforming data into real business value? Whether you're just getting started or have years of experience, we'd love to hear from you!

We are Projective Group , a leading financial services consulting firm where innovation and technology meet business. By partnering with top industry platforms and combining domain knowledge with hands-on data management expertise, we help our clients become truly data-driven.

What will you do?

• Design and build modern data platforms-on-premise or in the cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP)-to support diverse analytics, reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain end-to-end data pipelines (batch and real-time), leveraging tools like Spark, Kafka, and modern CI/CD practices.
• Support the implementation and customization of data management solutions (e.g., Collibra, Snowflake, Informatica, Dataiku).
• Define data quality rules, trace data lineage, and enforce data governance policies to ensure reliable and compliant datasets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, business, compliance) to align data initiatives with broader organizational strategies and regulations.
• Provide subject matter expertise around data security, privacy (GDPR), and regulatory standards (BCBS 239, KYC).
• Contribute to shaping data strategies-identify roadblocks, prioritize improvements, and guide clients toward scalable, future-proof solutions.

Please note that relocation support to Belgium is not available, this role cannot accommodate fully remote work and we cannot support working visa procedures.

Your skills & qualifications:

• A genuine enthusiasm for data and its potential to transform businesses.
• Experience in data engineering, data architecture, data governance, or data analytics:
• Mid-Level (5-7 years experience) Proven track record in building data pipelines, designing data models, or implementing data governance frameworks. Hands-on experience with one or more data tools (e.g., Spark, Hadoop, Kafka, Collibra, Snowflake).
• Senior/Lead (+8 years experience) Ability to lead and mentor project teams, shape technical strategies, and manage stakeholder relationships. Demonstrated expertise in large-scale data platform implementations and/or management consulting.
• Solid understanding of the financial services sector and challenges.
• A "can-do" attitude-comfortable working with ambiguous requirements and turning them into tangible results.
• Strong communication skills in English with fluency in Dutch or French

What can you expect from us?

• A competitive salary topped with a daily net allowance, meal - and eco vouchers.
• A flexible FIP budget for bike leasing, multimedia, or mobility expenses.
• A company car with charging setup. Prefer something else? Switch it up with a mobility budget, your call.
• €5.000 annual training budget to boost your growth. You choose how to invest it.
• A yearly company bonus, with additional referral and sales incentives.
• A hybrid work setup with flexible hours and part-time remote options.
• Regular fun events (from game nights to padel tournaments and everything in between) and a yearly group offsite abroad.
• A modern office in Diegem featuring a stocked bar, darts, a pinball machine and pool table.
• An international setting with plenty of growth opportunities, serving top clients in the financial sector.
• A scale-up spirit with a can-do mentality, all within a solid and established corporate framework.

What's next?

Ready to take the next step? Hit the "apply" button or send your application to . If you feel you're a great fit but don't check every single box, we'd still love to hear from you-show us what sets you apart!

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At Projective Group, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, religions, and abilities.

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