Data Translator / Data Engineer in Utrecht, Nederland

Do you have a knack for turning marketing goals into smart data insights? Are you ready to help Rabobank connect with customers in a way that feels personal, relevant, and truly human? We’re looking for someone just like you.

The Opportunity

As a Data Translator / Data Engineer at Rabobank, you are the vital link in a multidisciplinary team dedicated to customer and campaign data. You won’t just be crunching numbers; you’ll be translating the "why" behind marketing requests into the "how" of technical logic, using tools like SQL, Databricks, and DBT to build the data points that power our systems.

Your Daily Impact

• Bridge the gap between marketing creativity and technical reality.
• Uncover the real needs of our marketing teams and define the customer attributes required to meet them.
• Craft clean, efficient SQL queries and data models that ensure our marketing systems run smoothly.
• Collaborate closely with marketers, data professionals, and business stakeholders to keep our data quality top-notch.

"Your main challenge is to make sure you fully understand what needs to happen and capture the logic correctly," notes one of our managers. You’ll be the person who ensures the technical foundation perfectly matches the marketing vision.

What You Bring to the Table

• Core Technical Toolkit: Solid experience with SQL, Databricks, and DBT. If you have experience with PySpark or Python, that’s a fantastic bonus!
• The Translator Mindset: You enjoy diving into requirements and mapping out how data relationships can solve real business problems.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in an environment where diverse perspectives are welcomed and valued.
• Experience: You’ve got at least 3 years of hands-on experience under your belt. Don't worry if you aren't an expert in every single tool—we care more about your potential, your foundational knowledge, and your ability to write great code.

Why You’ll Love It Here

We truly believe that our differences make us a better bank. You’ll join a supportive, agile team—including data scientists, engineers, product owners, and analysts—who work together to measure, learn, and grow. We offer a flexible hybrid working environment, with our shared team day every Wednesday at our Croeselaan office in Utrecht to reconnect and collaborate in person.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this role for me? If you have a professional work mindset and a few years of experience playing with SQL or similar languages, you’ll fit right in.
• What’s the work-life balance like? We support a healthy, hybrid lifestyle. You’ll have the freedom to work from home on most days, keeping Wednesday as our dedicated time for face-to-face team collaboration.
• Who will I work with? You’ll be part of a diverse, multidisciplinary hive of experts—ranging from tech-focused engineers to strategic marketing partners.

Details at a Glance

• Duration: December 1, 2026, to October 28, 2028 (with potential for extension).
• Location: Hybrid (Utrecht).
• Contracting: Independent contractors (ZZP) are not permitted for this role.
• Application Deadline: November 4, 2026, at 1:00 PM.

What we’re looking for in your background:

• Academic Mindset: You hold a degree in higher professional education and possess a sharp, structured way of thinking.
• Technical Depth: You bring at least 3 years of hands-on experience with SQL or similar programming languages.
• Data Fluent: You have a solid grasp of data modeling and engineering, specifically with tools like Databricks and DBT.
• Marketing Savvy: You understand the marketing landscape and how a marketer thinks, allowing you to bridge the gap between complex functional questions and technical logic.
• Communication & Collaboration: You have a knack for stakeholder management, a collaborative spirit, and a strong command of English.

Bonus points if you have:

• Experience working with marketing technology stacks.
• A keen eye for data quality and robust data management practices.
• Proficiency in Python and PySpark.
• A working knowledge of Dutch.
• Familiarity with financial products and customer data in the banking sector.
• A genuine hunger for learning and a welcoming attitude toward feedback.

The Core Competencies we value:

At the end of the day, we’re looking for someone who combines razor-sharp analytical thinking with exceptional stakeholder management . We thrive on an open and collaborative culture , so your ability to connect with others is just as important as your technical skill set.

Working conditions: This job role offers a balanced split between operational (run) and project (build) work, with a distribution of 75% operational and 25% project-related tasks. To minimize the impact on business operations, some changes may be scheduled outside of regular business hours. 

Do you want this too? Do you aspire to be the best version of yourself? We are delighted to support your development and invest in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged. We provide you with the freedom to innovate and take initiative. By offering numerous growth opportunities, we help you exceed your own expectations and excel in your work, enabling you to grow both personally and professionally.

Moreover, you can expect the following benefits based on a 36 or 40-hour working week:

• An Employee Benefit Budget equivalent to 10% of your monthly income, which you can use according to your preferences. This budget allows you to purchase additional holiday days or make additional contributions to your pension.
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of location-independent work, depending on the team's planning.
• 100% reimbursement of commuting costs if you travel using public transportation. If you commute by car or motorcycle, you can opt for a commuting allowance.
• A pension scheme with a contribution rate of only 5% from your side.

Let's get to know each other.

Are you the person we are looking for? The new colleague who wants to strengthen our client's team and make a difference for yourself, our customers, and society? We would love to receive your application for this vacancy.

Please note: Even if you don't meet all the criteria mentioned in the profile, but you believe you can fulfill the role effectively, we encourage you to apply. We invest in your growth and development.

Responses to applications are handled in accordance with our vacancy management process.

If you have any questions about the application process, ww will be happy to assist you via email ( [email protected] ) office +31 10 210 87 90 or through the provided application link.

Screening is a standard part of the application process. We assess candidates based on the screening procedures followed by our client to ensure that new employees are reliable and suitable for their roles.

For this vacancy, an individual assessment and skills testing may be included as part of the application process.

We believe that everyone is unique, and it is precisely these differences that help us become an even better bank. That's why we are curious to know more about you.