Senior Consultant - Data Governance Platform Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for a Data Governance Platform Engineer position within our Digital Engineering team. As a key member of our team, you will play a significant role in delivering innovative data governance solutions to our clients. Our newly built Digital Engineering team is highly focused on Cloud, Software, Data and user experience engineering and is experiencing rapid growth within our organization. By joining this dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects and play a key role in driving the success of our clients, particularly within the financial sector. Our goal is to become the go-to end-to-end technology partner for the largest financial institutions and organizations, positioning ourselves on the speed dial of decision-makers in the industry.

The opportunity - What future are you building towards?

At EY, we offer a unique opportunity to build a career as a digital engineer. Join Digital Engineering Team and contribute to shaping a better working world through the power of technology and innovation. Utilize your expertise and collaborate with global teams as you work on impactful projects and play a crucial role in solving complex challenges. We are seeking a skilled and versatile Data Governance Platform Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining data governance applications. Your expertise in Python, Data Governance Tooling (Collibra), micro-services, DevOps, cloud platforms, and Java will be key in driving our projects to success. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring the development and delivery of high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions.

Responsibilities – How can you make a lasting impact in a rapidly changing world?

• Develop and maintain data governance platforms (Collibra), APIs, and databases to support client projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design technical solutions and ensure seamless integration between data governance tooling and data platforms like Azure, AWS, GCP, Snowflake, etc.
• Implement scalable and efficient code in languages such as Java, .NET, or Python, while adhering to industry best practices and coding standards.
• Contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, software design, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and challenges, ensuring high-quality and reliable software deliverables.

Job requirements – Where do you start if you want to change the world?

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Science or a related field.
• Proven experience as a code development, including hands-on coding and development in Java/Python and a data governance tool (Collibra)
• Proficiency in database management systems, such as SQL or NoSQL.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git), software testing methodologies, and agile development processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to handle complex technology challenges.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with at least one cloud platform (Azure, AWS or GCP).

Preferred qualifications

• Knowledge of microservices architecture and related frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot / Flask).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Purview
• Understanding of DevOps principles and tools for continuous integration and deployment.
• Knowledge of Datawarehouse
• Certified Data Management Professional (e.g. DAMA or DCAM)
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code

Already interested? Apply now!

What we offer – Is everything that counts being counted?

We offer you an attractive employment package that rewards individual and team achievements:

• • Vitality: the choice is yours. An online session with an external vitality coach, practical tips on topics such as nutrition, energy, sleep and mindset, a discount at Healthcity and/or a voucher card to rent a padel court. 
  • Flexible working: you decide where and when you work in consultation with your team. At home, at the office, at the client or from another European country (up to 20 working days per year).
  • Home office arrangement: to optimize your home office, EY provides the following resources for you: office chair, sit/stand desk, an external monitor, a desk lamp, a (Bluetooth) headset, and a large external keyboard.
  • Birth leave: EY will pay 100% of the birth leave, in the case of an additional birth leave, EY will pay 70% of the salary.

For a full overview of our employment package click here: Hoe het is om bij ons te werken | EY – Global | EY - Nederland

The Office

Our office in Amsterdam is located in the Zuidas, a bustling area where many businesses are situated. In our Cross Towers, Anouchka welcomes up to 1.000 people every day upon arrival. Haven't had breakfast yet? Taib will make his special smoothie for you or simply a delicious cappuccino. During the lunch break, the team of Hans and Mehdi will be ready with a fresh lunch for you. For a breathtaking view of Amsterdam, head to the 22nd floor. Collaborating takes on a new meaning with the Wavespace. This high-tech environment brings clients and colleagues together virtually from all over the world!

Recruitment procedure – How can you prepare for a long life together?

the selection procedure exists out of 2 interview rounds and an assessment

Due to laws and regulations, and because EY (and in some cases its clients) has high demands on the reliability and integrity of its employees, every new employee will be screened. Depending on your rank the pre-employment screening could contain the following: Certificate of Conduct (in Dutch: VOG) or - if requesting a Dutch VOG is not possible - Criminal Background Check of the country you are currently living or have lived during the last five years, integrity questionnaire, verification of ID, diploma’s and/or work experience and consultation of the Dutch insolvency registry.