Data Technical Lead

Data Tech Lead

Location: Louvain-la-Neuve (Belgium)
Homeworking: 2-3 days per week
Contract: Full-time - Employee contract only (freelancers not admitted) 
Package: Attractive salary with an electric company car 

Join IBA and shape the future of cancer treatment through data

At IBA, we are transforming cancer care with innovative proton therapy technology, and data is a key driver of this revolution. Our Clinical Digital team designs smart, scalable data solutions to improve decision-making across engineering, operations, product, and finance.To scale this mission, we are hiring a hands-on Tech Lead who can code, connect with stakeholders, and support the team technically.

Your mission

As a Data Tech Lead, you will oversee the architecture, implementation, and maintenance of data systems to address business priorities, while guiding a team of data engineers and data scientists. Your role includes optimizing data processes, enabling data-driven decision-making through robust reporting and advanced analytics, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective solutions. You'll coach and upskill team members, define best practices for operational data management, and drive innovation by exploring new technologies. Additionally, you will collaborate with data architects and tech leads from other entities to ensure architectural consistency and support a long-term, scalable data vision. You report directly to the Data Manager of the team.

Key responsibilities

• Build and scale data pipelines and architecture (Data Lake, Data Warehouse)
• Lead technical design and problem-solving with the team
• Act as the primary technical contact for business and technical colleagues (Product Owners, Power Platform Developers, Analysts …)
• Coordinate data engineering and data science workstreamsActs as a key advocate for data quality, reliability, and system performance
• Troubleshoot production issues and support operational needs
• Collaborate closely with the Data Architect and Tech Leads from other teams/entities

Your profile

• Proven experience in both data engineering and data science
• Experience as a technical lead or senior developer working across teams
• Strong communication skills to explain technical topics to non-technical stakeholdersStrong skills in Python, Spark, SQL (DBT), Git, and Azure (or other cloud providers)
• Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps practices
• Experience with Databricks, Delta Lake, Dagster, TerraformKnowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Exposure to streaming or IoT dataFluent in English (C1) and French is a plus
• Interest in software and architectural design

Why join IBA

• Competitive salary with company car or cash policy
• 2-3 remote working days per week
• Work on meaningful, life-saving technology
• BCorp Certified company combining innovation and impact
• Real ownership and growth opportunities in a global environment
• Dynamic, supportive team that values learning and collaboration

Hiring process

1. HR Interview (via Teams)
2. Technical interview with hiring manager (on-site in Louvain-la-Neuve)
3. Final interview with the team