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PySpark/Databricks Developer

We are an international team who serve the Responsible Investments Domain in providing strategic responsible investment solutions on the back of the Cloud technologies with the objective to support the investment strategies to achieve the best returns for our clients. Are you a Data Engineer who is eager to work in an ever changing environment with a strong affinity for data, financial instruments, interacting closely with the investment desks in combination with the latest technologies? Are you passionate about streamlining data flows, building data pipelines to create new data products that help us to invest in a more responsible way? Then let’s talk!.

The role

On behalf of the Asset Management Responsible Investments team at APG, we are looking for a PySpark/Databricks Developer to join our team. In this role, your focus will be on developing data pipelines for newly developed Investment and Research Platforms as well as streamlining data flows for existing platforms.

What you would do

• Develop and maintain PySpark-based data pipelines in Databricks.
• Manage Databricks workspaces, dependencies, and integrations.
• Translate business requirements into scalable data solutions.
• Collaborate with analytics teams to enhance data models for BI tools.
• Maintain Azure DevOps repositories for version control and CI/CD.
• Document solutions and share knowledge within the team.
Engage with stakeholders including front office, IT, and architecture teams.

Our team is a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the entire delivery of a solution. The CMI-RI team comprised of international team members that collectively have the skills to get the job done every iteration. We work towards flexible and high-performing agile teams which are composed of members with T-shaped skills.

What you bring

As a PySpark/Databricks developer, you are a specialist in finding data-driven solutions. You think in terms of opportunities and are service minded. Taking ownership and accepting responsibility comes naturally to you; you have a pragmatic attitude and are motivated to deliver quality. You have a willingness to develop or enhance your t-shaped skills.

Additionally we ask for:

• Strong expertise in PySpark, Databricks, and Python (OO principles).
• Experience with Azure Data Platform and DevOps practices.
• Solid background in data modeling and querying (5+ years).
• Background/degree in Computer Science / Engineering.
• Highly developed communication skills in English.
• Must be self-motivated, well organized, team player.

Nice to haves:

• Familiarity with financial datasets and investment data flows.
• Experience with other modern programming languages.
• SQL database setup and optimization.
• Exposure to web development.
• Agile/Scrum experience.
• Mentoring or coaching junior developers.

What we offer you

We will offer you, depending on relevant knowledge and experience, a gross salary in the range of 5341 and 7630 euro gross per month based on full-time employment and great employment conditions aimed at flexibility, such as:

• A guaranteed end of year bonus of 8.33%
• Attention to your vitality and personal development
• Possibility to work from home 2-3 days per week
And obviously a well-managed pension

Where you will work

For pension provider APG, pension is about people, life, and living together. With careful asset management, pension administration, communication and advice, we work on a livable future for current and future generations. One in which we share prosperity and well-being fairly and sustainably. Now and later.

APG is committed to around 4.5 million people in the Netherlands, which is why we believe it is important to be a reflection of Dutch society. This means that APG strives for an inclusive work environment, in which everyone can be themselves and where your unique qualities are embraced.

When you choose to work at APG, you're choosing a job where you contribute to a bright future. Apply now!

More information

Get in touch with Ed Rinkel via +31623703426 or ed.rinkel@apg.nl or Remie Spanjerberg via remie.spanjerberg@apg-am.nl who can tell you more about the specifics of the position.

Do you see your future at APG? Apply and let yourself be seen.

A pre-employment screening is part of the procedure. An assessment may also be included.

Ed Rinkel

Corporate recruiter