Software Engineer (Google Cloud / Data Platform)

About Crystalloids

Crystalloids, we’ve been helping businesses grow and innovate since 2006. Our team of passionate software and data specialists is dedicated to building smart, data-driven solutions that make a real difference. As a Premier Google Cloud Partner, we use the latest technology to help our customers solve challenges and unlock new opportunities.

We believe that the foundation for a successful solution is based on three dimensions: the people, the processes, and the technology. By keeping these in balance, we create solutions that are not just effective but built to last.

Over the years, we’ve worked with incredible clients in retail, e-commerce, media, and travel. Brands like Rituals, PVH, Swiss Sense, KNVB, Body & Fit, FD Mediagroep, and ACSI have trusted us to help them reach their goals.

What will you do as a software developer?

Crystalloids is an expert in developing scalable and maintainable software solutions on Google Cloud. You will work on projects that leverage serverless products and services, focusing on integrating high-quality software engineering practices into data-driven processes. Are you an experienced software developer passionate about creating efficient and secure solutions? Do you thrive in an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and quality? Then we would love to meet you!

Main responsibilities and tasks

• Develop (Cost) Efficient Solut ions: Create efficient and scalable solutions within a defined architectural framework. Leverage serverless products and services to efficiently implement scalable and maintainable solu ti ons.
• Create data engineering/integration sol utions: Developing and implementing data engineering and integration solutions, including building data pipelines and performing data transformations based on specified designs.
• Security and Data Prot ection: Integrate security and data protection considerations into all solutions.
• Everything a s Code: Implement "everything as code" practices for better traceability and maintainability. Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
• Quality Ass urance: Assess and validate delivered solutions to ensure they address business needs effectively, adhere to established standards, and maintain a pragmatic balance between quality and practicality.
• Client Enga gement: Collaborate with clients to explain the delivered solutions and address any inquiries or feedback.
• Leverage AI in Software Develo pment: Utilize AI-assisted development tools and AI-powered engineering practices to improve productivity, code quality, testing, documentation, and solution design. Identify opportunities to incorporate AI capabilities into client solutions where they add business value.

Experience and qualifications

• Education : Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Co re Tools: Cloud Run, Firestore, Apigee, Cloud Composer/Apache Airflow, Pub/Sub, Dataform (dbt), and Terraform (infrastructure as code). Use AI-powered development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Gemini Code Assist, ChatGPT, and Claude to accelerate software development
• Familiarity with Google Cloud Services: AppEngine, Endpoints, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud Dataflow, and Cloud Datastore .
• Data Engin eering: Experience working with data, building data solutions, and designing data pipelines.
• Programming la nguages: Java/Python, SQL
• Metho dologies: Experience with Agile development using Scrum, test-driven development (TDD), object orientation and modeling via UML, and scripting (Shell scripting).
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, effective collaboration with cross-functional teams, and proficiency in documenting workflows and designs .
• Cert ificates: A GCP Professional certificate (Developer, Data Engineer, Architect) is a plus.

What we offer

• Work in an international environment with a vibrant social support network
• Competitive salary with an interesting bonus and pension scheme
• Excellent work/life balance and up to 28 days of annual leave
• Work primarily from our vibrant Rotterdam office, with opportunities to visit clients' offices, fostering collaboration and engagement in dynamic professional environments
• A laptop and first-class travel arrangement by public transport
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth through various technical courses.