Jul 31, 2026
Genk, BE
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Regular Full Time
Nitto EMEA is much more than just a company. We aspire to be a top irreplaceable Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) leader. To achieve this, we can count on our uniqueness to make a difference and anticipate change.
Our journey is marked by long-term engagement with our stakeholders, built on a foundation of trust. We envision a sustainable ecosystem where our customers, partners, and communities thrive together. How do we achieve this? By harnessing the power of innovation and technology.
Our products go beyond functionality; they ensure health, comfort, and safety. Whether it’s in the area of digital interfaces, power and mobility or human life, we adapt to external trends, always striving to stay ahead.
Nitto EMEA is part of the Japanese Nitto Denko group. Within our region we have 5 manufacturing companies, 2 converting companies and several sales offices with a total of 2350 employees. We honor our long-established history; we embrace the future with open arms. Nitto EMEA - where vision meets impact.
Currently, we are hiring for Nitto EMEA NV.
Our Position
Do you enjoy turning raw data into reliable, well-structured datasets that enable business decisions?
We are looking for a Data Engineer to support the development and maintenance of our Azure-based data platform, ensuring data is accessible, high-quality, and fit for purpose.
This is a hands-on, execution-focused data engineering role, where you will work primarily on SQL transformations, data pipelines, and platform optimisation. You will contribute to building robust and scalable data solutions that enable analytics and reporting across the organisation.
At the same time, we expect you to maintain a critical and analytical mindset—questioning existing approaches, identifying inefficiencies, and proposing improvements where relevant. Your input will be valued, and you will be encouraged to share well-founded technical perspectives to help improve the platform and ways of working.
This full-time position is based at our office in Genk, Belgium.
Key Responsibilities
You build, monitor and optimize data pipelines using Azure Synapse and Data Factory
You design and optimize data storage solutions (Azure Data Lake, Synapse Analytics)
You develop and maintain scalable SQL transformations
You ensure data quality, reliability, and performance across the platfform
You collaborate with analysts and business teams to deliver reliable and usable datasets
You support data governance, security, and compliance requirements
In addition, you:
Proactively identify and drive improvement opportunities in data models, pipelines, and platform performance
Work closely with the Data Lead and Data Architect to discuss and refine technical decisions
Stay informed on evolving technologies (e.g. Microsoft Fabric, Databricks) and assess their relevance pragmatically
Your Profile
You bring solid experience in data engineering (typically 5 years), preferably within an Azure-based environment
You have completed a master’s degree in Data, IT, or Economics, or you possess an equivalent level of analytical and practical skills based on your experience.
You have strong SQL skills and experience with modern data platforms and transformation processes
You are familiar with data modelling and schema design principles
You are comfortable working with large datasets and building efficient, scalable pipelines
Experience with Python is not required but would be beneficial
You combine a hands-on, execution-driven mindset with the ability to critically assess technical solutions
You proactively challenge existing approaches and clearly communicate ideas for improvement
You collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
You communicate fluently in English, knowledge of Dutch is a plus.
You are curious about new technologies and continuously look for practical improvements
Interested to Join?
Nitto EMEA nv offers you a challenging opportunity in an international atmosphere. You will be able to develop yourself within a stable company where initiative and creative ideas are encouraged!
Every valuable employee within our Nitto Family lives by our company philosophy based on values such as respect, diversity, integrity and taking on challenges.
Are you also up for a challenge? Next to a stimulating work environment we offer an attractive salary with an extended package of fringe benefits:
Meal vouchers
Group insurance
Hospitalization insurance
Company car
Flexibility in a hybrid work setting with 2 days per week home office policy
iPhone
Laptop
To apply for this position, please upload your resume and show us who you are by answering our questions .
If we can do something to make the recruitment process or the job more accessible, please let us know! Contact:
[email protected].
