Location: Empereur
Start Date: November 1, 2024
End Date: December 31, 2025
Application Deadline: October 18, 2024
Summary of Differences between Roles
Aspect Data Steward Data Engineer
Focus Data governance and quality Data infrastructure and architecture
Responsibilities Ensures data quality, lineage, and compliance Develops and maintains data pipelines and models
Skills Data management, analytical skills Programming, data architecture, performance tuning
Tools Data governance tools, metadata management tools ETL tools, databases, cloud services
Collaboration Works with data owners and analysts Collaborates with data scientists and analysts
In essence, while both roles are crucial for effective data management, data stewards primarily focus on the governance and quality of data, whereas data engineers build and maintain the technical infrastructure that supports data processing and analytics.
Mission Description
Join our client in the energy sector and contribute to a transformative project in Belgium's energy landscape! The energy industry is undergoing significant changes, and our client plays a pivotal role in this transition.
As part of a leading European transmission system operator, our client ensures the reliability and sustainability of electricity supply. You'll collaborate with other contingent workers and employees to build a sustainable, green, and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces the ecological footprint.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain a business glossary for relevant data domains to ensure consistent terminology across the organization.
Define, document, and proactively monitor data quality rules and data lineage for the data managed within the domain.
Monitor the use of domain data throughout the organization.
Define and track KPIs related to data governance and quality, performing root cause analysis when targets are not met and proposing solutions in collaboration with business and IT.
Participate in transversal projects where domain data is used, ensuring a consistent and effective architecture.
Support the data owner within their domain and contribute to the development of data products.
Act as the main point of contact for all data-related issues within the respective domain.
Promote the importance of data governance best practices to colleagues, fostering a data-driven culture.
Collaborate with fellow data stewards to improve data quality and governance across the organization.
Additional Requirements
Familiarity with the electricity sector or ability to quickly gain insight into this sector and its underlying concepts.
Several years of experience as a data steward.
Proficiency in SQL, Python, or analytical tools.
Experience with data models and IT architecture.
Strong analytical skills to address complex problems in a structured manner.
Expertise in data management, data quality management, and metadata management, including concepts like business glossary, data lineage, and data contracts.
Proactive attitude with a sense of responsibility and a hands-on mentality.
Excellent communication skills to facilitate workshops and lead discussions when necessary.
Strong team player who enjoys collaboration.
Fluent in Dutch and/or French, with proficiency in English.
Employment Information
Location: Empereur
Note for Non-EU Candidates: Candidates must possess a work permit authorizing work in Belgium and a valid residence permit confirming the right to stay in Belgium.
Why This Mission Is Attractive
Exciting Project: Engage in a transformative project within the energy sector, working on innovative technologies to accelerate the energy transition.
Focus on Well-Being: Enjoy a positive work culture that prioritizes employee well-being.
Diverse Team: Join a diverse team that values inclusion and collaboration, sharing knowledge to lead the way toward a sustainable future.
