Senior Data Engineer

We at Viterra are excited to announce an opening for a Senior Data Engineer within our Data and Analytics team. This role is a cornerstone in driving the data-centric initiatives that empower our traders and stakeholders with real-time, actionable insights in the dynamic agricultural commodity trading market.

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be an integral part of our Data and Analytics (D&A) team. Your primary focus will be leveraging your expertise in modern data engineering tools and practices, including dbt, Snowflake, Tableau, Git, DevOps, and TFS, to develop robust data solutions. Additionally, your knowledge of Oracle will be valuable for managing and transitioning from our legacy data warehouses.

• Designing and developing efficient data pipelines.
• Optimizing and managing high-performance databases, with a focus on Snowflake and a secondary emphasis on Oracle for legacy systems.
• Transforming complex data sets into meaningful business intelligence.
• Creating scalable data models and architectures.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Leading and mentoring a team of data engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and growth.

• Develop and maintain advanced data pipelines using tools like dbt, ensuring effective data integration into Snowflake and Oracle databases.
• Optimize and update data models and architectures for performance and scalability, with an emphasis on modern systems and a consideration for legacy Oracle databases.
• Work closely with business stakeholders and the D&A team to develop efficient data solutions that meet business needs.
• Implement and manage data visualization and reporting tools, primarily using Tableau.
• Uphold data integrity and apply version control and DevOps methodologies for streamlined data operations.
• Mentor and guide a team of data engineers, promoting best practices in data management and engineering.

• A challenging position in our Global IT department within a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network;
• A competitive salary;
• An additional full month’s salary each year as an annual holiday allowance;
• Exciting opportunities to progress your career within our international network;
• A professional and stimulating environment in which enthusiastic and driven colleagues work together in a practical and informal way;
• An annual bonus scheme, based on company results and your performance;
• A flexible and attractive pension scheme, fully funded by Viterra; 27 days of annual leave, including Good Friday and one flexible day during the Christmas and New Year period;
• Access to a range of free and exclusive classes to improve your physical and mental wellbeing as part of Viterra’s Vitality programme;
• Tailored learning & development opportunities;
• Yearly organisation wide cultural and sport activities, such as: The Harbour Run, football tournaments, and teambuilding activities;
• A modern, open and inspiring office in the centre of Rotterdam, next to the Markthal and Blaak station;
• Complimentary daily lunch service from our Viterra restaurant;
• Options for flexible working, in accordance with our working from home policy;
• Business laptop;
• Reimbursement of travel to work (via public transport).

Our world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network connects producers and consumers to supply sustainable, traceable and quality-controlled agricultural products.

With our talented people, decades of experience and diverse capabilities, we offer innovative solutions to open pathways and create value for customers through our supply chains.

As a responsible long-term business, we will continue to invest in and develop our network, allowing us to meet the needs of a growing world.

What do we stand for?

At Viterra we welcome all suitable applicants with equal enthusiasm. We believe that our differences can contribute to the best possible results.

With our worldwide talented people, we value diversity and work inclusively to bring together many minds, many talents and many perspectives. We offer an inclusive and diverse work environment where you are equally paid and receive fair and equal opportunities to reach senior roles within Viterra.

Together, we are stronger and achieve more.

Who are we looking for?

• Holds a Bachelor"s or Master"s Degree in IT or a related field.
• Has a minimum of 5 years of experience in data engineering, preferably in the commodity trading industry.
• Is proficient in dbt, Snowflake, Tableau, Git, DevOps, and TFS, with additional knowledge of Oracle as a plus.
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills and a business-focused mindset.
• Communicates effectively in English, both in speaking and writing.
• Is committed to our core values and contributes to our diverse and inclusive culture