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Job Description

About The Company Zonneplan is a leading organization committed to transforming the energy landscape in the Netherlands by promoting renewable energy solutions and sustainable practices. Our mission is to create a future where energy is clean, affordable, and accessible for everyone. We focus on innovative energy systems, data-driven decision-making, and AI-powered solutions to optimize energy production and consumption. With a dedicated team of engineers, data specialists, and energy experts, Zonneplan strives to accelerate the transition to a fossil-free future. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, empowering our employees to make a meaningful impact on society and the environment. About The Role As a Data Engineer at Zonneplan, you will play a critical role in building and enhancing our central data platform that supports the entire organization. Your work will involve developing reliable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and security, and laying the technical foundation for our upcoming machine learning platform. You will collaborate closely with teams across engineering, Trading & Optimization, GenAI, and other development units to translate data requests into scalable, self-service solutions. Your contributions will directly impact how efficiently teams access and utilize data, enabling faster decision-making and more autonomous data workflows. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI integrations, including tools like Claude Code, and to influence Zonneplan’s journey towards becoming a data-driven and AI-empowered organization. You will work in a dynamic environment that encourages innovation, automation, and continuous improvement, all aimed at supporting our ambitious plan Zero for a sustainable future. Qualifications Minimum 1-2 years of experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role Proficiency in SQL and data modeling techniques Experience with building and managing reliable data pipelines Strong understanding of data quality, reliability, and security best practices Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical colleagues Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and automation Experience with tools such as Dagster, Snowflake, Postgres, Kafka, dbt, Airbyte, Kubernetes, or AWS is a plus Familiarity with data mesh or self-service analytics concepts is advantageous Comfort with adopting new tools and technologies quickly Experience integrating AI tools like Claude Code into workflows is beneficial Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable data pipelines and models that serve the entire organization Monitor data workflows, identify issues early, and resolve problems proactively to prevent impact on dashboards, analyses, or ML applications Implement data security measures, access controls, and data quality checks to ensure responsible data usage Translate organizational data requests into robust, self-service solutions to reduce processing times Build and establish the technical foundation for the ML platform, collaborating with developers to meet platform requirements from model training to deployment Leverage AI tools like Claude Code to automate repetitive tasks, improve development processes, and enhance documentation and monitoring Continuously evaluate and improve data processes, pipelines, and security protocols Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver technical solutions that support business objectives Benefits Competitive salary ranging from €3.500 to €5.000 gross per month, based on experience and skills 25 vacation days, with options to purchase additional days Reiskostenvergoeding (travel allowance) Personalized keuzebudget for sports, groceries, or other personal needs Access to Zonneplan Academie for ongoing learning and professional development State-of-the-art tooling, including a Claude Code Max 20x license or equivalent AI tools Clear career progression from medior to senior Data Engineer and potential to advance towards Tech Lead Data Collaborative work environment with engaged teams of engineers, data specialists, and product managers Equal Opportunity Zonneplan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, age, religion, or disability. Our goal is to foster a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our mission of a sustainable energy future.

Core Responsibilities

Design and maintain scalable data pipelines and models to support the organization's data-driven decision-making. Build the technical foundation for a machine learning platform and leverage AI tools to automate development processes.

Requirements

Requires 1-2 years of experience as a Data Engineer with proficiency in SQL and data modeling. Candidates should be familiar with data pipeline management and have a proactive mindset toward automation and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 25 vacation days with option to purchase more
• Travel allowance
• Personalized choice budget for sports, groceries, or personal needs
• Access to Zonneplan Academie for professional development
• State-of-the-art tooling including Claude Code Max 20x license
• Clear career progression path