Lead Data Platform Engineer

<div> <p><strong>This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Data Platform Engineer based in Netherlands.</strong></p> <p>Join a high-impact engineering team responsible for operating and evolving a large-scale cloud-native data platform that processes billions of events and delivers critical business insights. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with platform ownership, giving you the opportunity to shape architecture, establish engineering standards, and drive long-term scalability and reliability. You will work across the full data lifecycle, from data ingestion and processing to modeling, reporting, and operational excellence. The position offers significant autonomy, close collaboration with technical and business stakeholders, and the chance to influence platform strategy while remaining deeply involved in implementation. It is an ideal opportunity for an experienced data platform professional who enjoys solving complex challenges in a modern cloud environment while mentoring others and promoting engineering best practices.</p> </div>