🌍 Job Title: Senior Data Engineer – Microsoft Ecosystem & Quantexa
đź“Ť Based in Amsterdam | Hybrid/Remote | Full-Time
Join our award-winning team at NextWave-Infinium and shape the future of data intelligence, sustainability, and technology transformation. Recognised as one of the Top 5 Best Places to Work in the Netherlands, this role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge engagements across financial markets, regulatory technology, and contextual data platforms.
NextWave-Infinium is a leader in data-driven consulting, specialising in innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation. From our Amsterdam hub, we serve clients across Europe and the Middle East in financial services, technology, and the public sector. We combine deep domain expertise with the latest platforms—Microsoft Azure, Fabric, Quantexa, and more—to deliver real change.
As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll work across a modern stack that includes Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Data Lake, and Scala-based back-end systems. You will play a central role in designing and implementing robust data pipelines, working with high-volume structured and unstructured data, and integrating advanced contextual intelligence using Quantexa.
You will:
Build scalable data architectures and back-end pipelines in Azure (Data Lake, Synapse, Fabric)
Work with Power BI to enable reporting, dashboarding, and data modeling for client insights
Engineer robust data integration and processing systems using Scala, Spark, Hadoop, and Elastic
Contribute to and optimize CI/CD pipelines and production-grade environments
Engage directly with clients on fraud, compliance, and financial crime use cases
Cross-train into Quantexa, learning its powerful graph-based data models and contextual network analytics
Collaborate closely in Agile teams with Data Scientists, Solution Architects, and Business Analysts
We’re looking for an engineer who is passionate about solving real-world problems using advanced data technologies and ready to grow into the next generation of platforms:
Must-have:
Proven experience with big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop, Elasticsearch, etc.)
Experience coding in Scala or strong proficiency in Java or Python
Experience working in Agile environments with cross-functional teams
Knowledge of Azure, Fabric, Data Lake, or Power BI
Ability to design and deploy data pipelines for ETL, analytics, and machine learning
Strong consulting or stakeholder-facing skills
Bonus:
Experience with Quantexa or willingness to cross-train
Knowledge of Microsoft DevOps practices and CI/CD tooling
Understanding of sustainable finance, ESG, or financial crime analytics
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, STEM, or a related field
~5+ years of experience in data engineering or consulting
Prior experience in financial services, digital transformation, or regulatory change is highly valued
Competitive salary and bonus tied to company performance
Clear career development path to Senior Manager, Principal Consultant, or Partner
20 days holiday + 3 company days
Hybrid working model and flexibility
Training and certification in Microsoft Azure, Fabric, and Quantexa
Wellness programs, team socials, and a supportive work culture
Exposure to a global network of clients and industry leaders
At NextWave-Infinium, we don’t just invest in data—we invest in people. We offer:
Mentorship from our leadership team with deep domain experience
Access to the latest open-source and enterprise tools
A values-driven, inclusive environment focused on sustainability and innovation
Send your CV and a tailored cover letter to:
[email protected]
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—early applications encouraged.
Applicants must have the right to work in the EU and be based within Europe unless otherwise stated.
Take your Microsoft data engineering career to the next level—while growing into one of the world’s most advanced contextual intelligence platforms.
Join us at NextWave-Infinium.