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Data/SQL performance Engineer



Job description

At Plukon Food Group, we are looking for a Data/SQL Performance Engineer to support the development and optimization of our data-driven applications.

Our international organization continues to grow, and ensuring high-performing and scalable data solutions is key to our success.

Curious?

Read on and apply now!


What are you going to do?

As a Data/SQL Performance Engineer, you focus on designing, developing, and fine-tuning complex SQL queries and data models to ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability.

You will play a crucial role in supporting data access across systems and improving the performance of business-critical applications.

Your responsibilities include:

  • Designing and implementing advanced SQL queries, including CTEs, window functions, and complex aggregations.

  • Optimizing existing queries and database structures using indexing, partitioning, and other tuning techniques.

  • Analyzing query execution plans (EXPLAIN/EXPLAIN ANALYZE) to detect and resolve bottlenecks.

  • Developing and maintaining reusable query patterns and templates for consistent and efficient data access.

  • Collaborating with application developers to ensure data models align with business and frontend requirements.

  • Ensuring data integrity, quality, and consistency across multiple environments.

  • Documenting query logic, data flows, and optimization strategies for internal knowledge sharing.


Which organization are you going to work for?

Plukon has been an innovative producer of food in Europe since 1894.

Our assortment varies from meal components to ready-made meals, including salads.

The ingredients for this are poultry (our base), but increasingly also vegetables and alternative proteins.

In this way, we serve meat lovers, flexitarians and vegetarians.

You can find our products at large retailers and at quick service restaurants.

At Plukon, people are central, you make the difference.


Who are we looking for?

Job requirements:

  • HBO or WO work and thinking level with a completed education, preferably in IT, data engineering, or a related technical field.

  • Strong expertise in PostgreSQL (or other advanced relational databases).

  • Proven experience with SQL query optimization and database performance tuning.

  • Solid understanding of data modeling (hierarchical data, attributes, relationships).

  • Hands-on experience with query debugging tools and execution plan analysis.

  • Ability to translate complex business requirements into efficient data structures.

  • Experience working in ERP, BI, or other data-intensive environments.

  • Knowledge of API-based integrations (REST/JSON) is a plus.

  • Familiarity with low-code/no-code environments and how they consume data is an advantage.

  • Exposure to DevOps practices (version control, deployment in multi-environment setups) is beneficial.

  • Experience with international and multi-language data handling is a plus.


Competencies:

  • Analytical and detail-oriented
  • Decisive and solution-oriented mindset.

  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

  • Communicative and able to work cross-functionally with developers, analysts, and end-users.

  • Comfortable in both technical deep-dives and high-level discussions with stakeholders.


What do we offer you?

As a Data/SQL Performance Engineer at Plukon Food Group, you will have a fun, independent position with varied activities at an innovative and pragmatic company.

You will receive a market-conform salary based on your education and work experience together with a good package of secondary conditions.

In addition, we offer sufficient opportunities to develop yourself and grow.


Are you excited?

Are you an experienced Data/SQL Performance Engineer and enthusiastic about this vacancy?

Then apply directly via the green button or the application form below.

If you have any questions about this vacancy, you can contact Berta López via You will receive an answer as soon as possible.


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