Freelance Data EngineerLocation: Amsterdam (1 day per week on-site)Contract: Freelance – 2-year engagementRate: €850 per dayRole OverviewWe are looking for an experienced Freelance Data Engineer to join a long-term 2-year programme based in Amsterdam. This role will focus on designing, building, and optimizing scalable data pipelines within a modern cloud-based data platform, with a strong emphasis on Databricks.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines (ETL/ELT)Develop and optimize data workflows using DatabricksEnsure high standards of data quality, reliability, and performanceCollaborate with data architects, analysts, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutionsMonitor and troubleshoot data processes to ensure stability and efficiencyContribute to best practices in data engineering, automation, and CI/CDRequired Skills & ExperienceProven experience as a Data Engineer in enterprise environmentsStrong hands-on experience with DatabricksSolid experience designing and managing data pipelinesStrong SQL skills and experience working with large datasetsExperience in cloud-based data platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP is a plus)Ability to work independently in a freelance capacityAdditional Information1 day per week required on-site in AmsterdamLong-term 2-year contractCompetitive daily rate of €850