Senior Data Engineer

About us.

We’re AD/01, the tech studio that builds the future of food retail. Whether it’s in-store aisles, online baskets, or behind-the-scenes operations, we innovate the daily food experiences for farmers and families, grandmas and greengrocers, and pickers and packers alike.

We’re part of the Ahold Delhaize network, one of the world’s largest global food retail groups and a leader in both supermarkets and e-commerce. With 19 strong local brands in Europe, the United States, and Indonesia, we create a meaningful difference for our customers, our people, and the world around us. And we’re looking for the freshest minds excited to create the recipe for change.

The studio that builds the future of food retail.

Why do it with us?

We make sure you have all the tools and support you need.

We're a welcoming group of code crunching comrades.

We tap into the extensive capabilities of our Ahold Delhaize network.

What does this mean for you?

We’re AD/01, the tech studio that builds the future of food retail. Whether it’s in-store aisles, online baskets, or behind-the-scenes operations, we innovate the daily food experiences for farmers and families, grandmas and greengrocers, and pickers and packers alike.

We’re part of the Ahold Delhaize network, one of the world’s largest global food retail groups and a leader in both supermarkets and e-commerce. With 19 strong local brands in Europe, the United States, and Indonesia, we create a meaningful difference for our customers, our people, and the world around us. And we’re looking for the freshest minds excited to create the recipe for change.

Your new role and environment.

The Retail Business Platform team at Albert Heijn is looking for a skilled Senior Data Engineer to lead the technical execution of data engineering initiatives in a modern, cutting-edge technology landscape (Azure, Microservices, Databricks).

You’ll play a key role in a complex domain that supports critical applications relying on robust and scalable dataflows across the organization. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive the design and implementation of data pipelines, improve platform reliability, and mentor engineers across squads. Your work will directly impact how Albert Heijn leverages data to reinvent food retail in the Netherlands.

At Albert Heijn, we’re transforming food retail through data and technology. As a Senior Data Engineer in the Retail Business Platform, you’ll be at the heart of this transformation - designing, building, and optimizing scalable data solutions that power our decision-making and customer experiences. You’ll work closely with engineering manager, architect, and product owner to shape the technical direction of our data framework and lead by example in execution.

Key responsibilities of your role.

Technical Leadership & Execution:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines and scalable data marts using Azure and Databricks
• Implement data quality frameworks, monitoring systems, and automated validation processes
• Optimize data workflows for performance, reliability, and fault tolerance
• Apply DevOps practices including CI/CD, version control, and infrastructure automation

Platform Optimization & Innovation:

• Contribute to architectural decisions and platform evolution to support growing business needs
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to improve data processing and analytics capabilities
• Ensure platform scalability and resilience through proactive performance tuning and incident resolution

Collaboration & Mentorship:

• Collaborate with product owners, analysts, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Mentor junior and medior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning
• Act as a technical lead in projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and engineering best practices

What’s in it for you?

We ask a lot. (We’re looking for the best, after all). But we offer a lot, too.

So, what do we have in store for you? We offer flexible hours and a hybrid working model, allowing you to work both from home and at the office. We provide competitive benefits to support health, well-being and your professional growth. This includes: a significant budget on benefit platform and a yearly bonus. At AD01 we welcome everyone, just the way you are, and encourage individual growth with valuable opportunities and a worldwide across-brand network.

Requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, with strong hands-on expertise in:
• Cloud Platforms: Azure (Data Factory, Data Lake, Event Hubs)
• Big Data Tools: Databricks, Spark, Delta Lake
• Programming Languages: Python (PySpark), SQL
• DevOps & Automation: CI/CD pipelines, Git, GitHub Actions, Terraform
• Data Modeling: Dimensional modeling, star schemas
• Monitoring & Observability: Logging, alerting, and performance tuning using tools like Azure Monitor, Prometheus, Grafana
• Workflow Orchestration: Azure Data Factory pipelines
• Testing & Validation: Unit testing, data validation frameworks, schema enforcement
• Experience with real-time and batch data processing
• Strong understanding of data governance, privacy, and compliance principles

Apply now

If you’re excited to help us grow, then please apply now. If you feel like you might not tick all the boxes but have the skills and personality we’re looking for, then please also apply now!

Got questions? Don’t be shy. Madalina Pungaru at [email protected], has answers.

For us, diversity means being inclusive of thoughts and skills, generational differences, LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disabilities, nationalities and more. We accept everyone for who they are.

Do you have questions or need help?

Send me a message and I'll be happy to help you.

Madalina Pungaru Recruiter

[email protected] linkedin.com/in/madalina-pungaru-07178914b/

What happens next?

1

Application

Express your passion for AD/01 and convey why joining our team excites you and how your skills can contribute meaningfully. Engage your hiring manager and spark their interest in considering you as a valuable addition to our workforce.

2

Job interview(s)

After successfully moving forward in our selection process, you will be invited for one or more job interviews tailored to the specific role. These interviews are a two-way conversation, allowing us to learn more about each other and assess the potential fit. Use this moment to showcase your skills, experiences, and enthusiasm for the role.

3

Assessment

If there is mutual interest in continuing the conversation, it's possible that you will be invited to complete an online assessment, often referred to as a pre-employment test. This tool wil help ensure the best match between your skills, work style, and personality and the role.

4

Welcome to the team

Once we're excited to welcome you on board, we extend a formal job offer and discuss important details such as compensation and benefits. We do our utmost you feel valued and supported from the very beginning, so we make sure so you have all the tools and support you need. Welcome to AD/01!