Data Manager & Data Engineer (Expert)Location: Brussels (3 days on-site/week)Languages: English + Dutch and FrenchHappeningIT is looking for a hands-on Data Manager & Data Engineer (Expert level) to join a strategic digital transformation program within a public sector organization. The program focuses on document digitization, process modernization, and building a data-driven ecosystem using Azure Cloud Dataplatformen.You will work in a complex, multi-actor environment, with responsibility for both data engineering and data management activities, across both on-premise and cloud systems.Role & ResponsibilitiesAs a Data Engineer, you will:Design and implement data pipelines (batch and real-time)Migrate data from on-premise systems to Azure Cloud DataplatformenSet up secure, scalable data integration and data storage architecturesEnsure robust data transformation and integration processesSupport the collection and processing of structured and unstructured dataBuild solutions for data access, including APIs and secure endpointsDevelop reports and dashboards using Power BI and SAP BOApply data security policies and participate in access control implementationsSupport predictive and prescriptive analytics use casesAs a Data Manager, you will:Define and maintain a business glossary and data dictionaryImplement frameworks for master data and metadata managementLead efforts in data governance and ensure data quality across domainsCollaborate with business units to align on data definitions and usageContribute to building a data-driven culture across the organizationProvide recommendations on data policies, standards, and lifecycle managementHelp define KPIs and structure data for analytical and operational reportingAct as liaison between technical teams and non-technical stakeholdersRequired ExperienceWe are looking for a profile with the following mandatory skills:Data Engineering - ExpertData Management - Expert lData integration and securityData quality and governanceData pipelinesData migrationData storage and architectureData transformation and integrationData collection and processingMaster data and metadata managementPower BI and SAP BOPredictive and prescriptive analyticsPractical experience in Azure Cloud Data PlatformsLanguagesEnglish: Professional levelFrench or Dutch: Good working knowledge required (bilingual environment)Additional InformationWorkplace: Brussels (near major train station)On-site requirement: 3 days/week minimumContract: Fixed-term, renewable upon positive evaluationOnly hands-on profiles will be considered — no consultants or project managers.