We are working with a forward thinking SaaS company in Ghent who are seeking a Data Infrastructure Engineer to optimize the backbone of its renewable energy platform.This company is dedicated to providing digital solutions that accelerate the transition to clean energy for large scale business across the Benelux. You will be responsible for designing and maintaining scalable data infrastructure to support a high performance SaaS platform. This role requires deep expertise in Kubernetes, as well as experience in data or infrastructure engineering. You will work closely with software engineers and data teams to ensure a resilient, high availability environment for real time data processing.ResponsibilitiesDesign and manage scalable, cloud native infrastructure for data pipelines and Storage.Deploy and optimize Kubernetes clusters for efficient resource management.Ensure high security of data infrastructure.Work with Kafka to build real time data streaming capabilities.Automate infrastructure provisioning and deployment using GIT based CI/CD pipelines.Collaborate with software and data engineers to optimize performance.Leverage Google Cloud (GCP) services for cloud based data solutions.Your profileProven experience as a Data Engineer or Infrastructure Engineer.Strong hands on expertise in Kubernetes (deployment, scaling, monitoring).Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Google Cloud (GCP).Familiarity with Kafka for real time data streaming.Knowledge of GIT and CI/CD best practices.Ability to optimize infrastructure for high performance and cost efficiency.A passion for renewable energy and sustainable technology (a plus).OfferFlexible hybrid working model with a new office in Ghent.Working on a genuinely impactful application in the renewable energy sector.Chance for rapid career progression.Full benefits package including car and stock options.