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Rick Cobussen

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Senior Data Manager at Booking.com
📍 Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands

Rick is a Senior Data Manager at Booking. com with over a decade of experience in data analytics, architecture, and engineering. He specializes in building scalable data platforms using Databricks and Azure, and holds a CDMP Practitioner certification. He earned his Master of Science from Nyenrode Business University.

Outside of his core professional work, Rick is passionate about the data community and is actively involved with his alma mater. He serves as a Member of the Board of Representatives for the Nyenrode Alumni foundation, representing his graduating class and contributing to the universitys network.

Unique fact: Rick is currently developing a chatbot that allows users to query data using natural language, making insights more accessible without technical barriers.

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Experience
16 Years
Current Role
Senior Data Manager
Job Level
Middle
Location
Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
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Data Platform Architecture
His career focus is on building robust and scalable data platforms, frequently leveraging Databricks and Azure to enhance data accessibility and governance for large organizations.
AI Agents
He recently attended a Salesforce tour focused on the rise of the "Agentic Enterprise, " indicating a strong interest in how AI agents can drive business efficiency and value.
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Career

Work history

10-2025
Senior Data Manager
Booking.com
7-2025 - 9-2025
Data Consultant (via Lakehouse Partners)
Action
4-2025 - 9-2025
Data Consultant (via Lakehouse Partners)
Allsetra B.V.
3-2025 - 9-2025
Interim Data Lead (via Lakehouse Partners)
Verpact
2-2025 - 9-2025
Data Architect & Consultant
Lakehouse Partners
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Education
2011 - 2012
Master of Science (MSc)
Nyenrode Business University
2009 - 2011
BBA.HM
Hotelschool The Hague
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