Data Engineer

Location: 

Budapest, HU, 1117 Oslo, 03, NO, 0283 Székesfehérvár, HU, 8000

Career area:  Information Technology (IT)
Department:  Data Engineering
Job Type: 
Apply by:  June 30 , 2026

Hydro Global Business Services (GBS) is an organizational area that operates as an internal service provider for the Hydro group. Its ultimate purpose is to deliver relevant IT, financial and HR business services to all business areas within the company.

Role Purpose

The Cloud Data Engineer works on wide variety of business-critical, high-profile projects for internal customers and manufacturing locations, and helps them solve their data engineering, ML engineering problems, and leverage the ever-evolving cloud platform based on MS Azure.
Design and build robust, scalable, secure batch and streaming analytics pipelines, data
platforms, and enterprise data lake solutions

Cover the whole product development lifecycle starting from performing PoCs to integrate
and deploy modern BI & analytics solutions into production

Work as a technical expert alongside business process owners, product owners, DevOps,
ML and infrastructure engineers to figure out how to reach business objective targets

Represent the voice for data product developers internally and influence our service
offerings and data product strategy by working with cloud platform team and other cross-
functional teams

What you will be doing

  • Manage and orchestrate complex data pipelines using Azure Data Factory (ADF).
  • Design, implement, and optimize data transformation processes using Python libraries (Pandas, Numpy, PySpark).
  • Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot scalable data workflows on Databricks.
  • Utilize Azure Data Explorer (ADX) for real-time data analysis and complex queries.
  • Create and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and load data.
  • Automate routine data tasks with Automation Runbooks and Azure Functions.
  • Design and manage scalable data storage solutions using Azure Data Lake.
  • Write and execute unit tests to ensure the integrity and quality of data.
  • Utilize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps for seamless integration and deployment.
  • Optimize Azure usage to manage and reduce costs effectively.
  • Ensure to work in compliance with Hydro Quality system, HSE regulations, policies and standardized operating procedures.
  • Perform all other tasks upon the instructions of the superior in charge which may be necessitated by the operations of the related unit and which do not conflict with any applicable laws, statutory provisions and company rules.
  • Compliance with area-specific customer requirement

What will make you successful?

  • 3+ years of experience in data engineering or a similar role.
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate or similar certification is a plus.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Master/Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Fluent in English is mandatory. Any other language is a plus 
  • Proficiency in using Azure Data Factory to create and manage data pipelines.
  • Proven experience in data transformation using Python (Pandas, Numpy, PySpark).
  • Advanced knowledge of SQL and query optimization.
  • Understanding of Azure Data Explorer (ADX) for data analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with Databricks for big data processing and collaborative data science workflows.
  • Expertise in designing and managing data storage with Azure Data Lake.
  • Experience in automation with Runbooks and Azure Functions.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
  • Experience in writing and executing unit tests for data quality assurance
  • Experience using GitHub for version control, collaboration, and code review.
  • Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates) is a plus.
  • Awareness of Azure pricing models and cost management practices is a plus. 

What we offer you

  • Working at the world’s only fully integrated aluminum and leading renewable energy company
  • Diverse, global teams
  • Flexible work environment/home office
  • We provide you the freedom to be creative and to learn from experts
  • Possibility to grow with the company, gain new certificates
  • Attractive benefit package

Equal opportunities

At Hydro, we believe diversity makes us stronger. We welcome diverse experiences and perspectives, and invite all qualified candidates to apply. We review every application fairly and strive to provide equal opportunities for everyone to grow and succeed.

Apply before: 30/06/2026

Possible work locations

Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage.

Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions.

Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

A job where you make a difference

A key part of succeeding in this mission involves encouraging a collegial environment where our differences are acknowledged as our greatest competitive advantage. Your diverse perspective makes us stronger. Our global diversity, inclusion and belonging program enables us to cultivate a high-performing and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

Your career journey is unique. We strive to provide you with the support needed to achieve your full potential. With our global reach, inclusive culture, and cutting-edge technology you'll have the opportunity to build a career that aligns with your strengths and passions. Join our global community of over 30,000 people with a presence in 40 countries and united by the values of Care, Courage and Collaboration. At Hydro, you have the chance to make a difference in the industries that matter. Explore our world and the heart of our operations.

About Hydro

  • Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
  • Founded: 1905
  • Number of employees: 32,000
  • Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide
  • President and CEO: Eivind Kallevik

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