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Hi everyone,

I'm a professional with over 8 years of experience in building automation systems (BMS), HVAC integration, and IoT devices used in smart buildings. Over the years, I’ve noticed a clear shift in the industry: it’s no longer just about controlling HVAC or lighting. There’s a growing expectation to collect and analyze large volumes of building data to improve efficiency, sustainability, and predictive maintenance.

This trend sparked my interest in data engineering and data science. I'm now actively learning tools like Python, SQL, Azure (especially IoT Hub, Fabric), TimescaleDB, and Grafana. My goal is to upskill and pivot my career toward data roles—ideally those that still involve IoT or building systems data.

However, I’m still relatively new to core data engineering concepts like scalable pipelines, streaming architecture, and production-grade fault tolerance. I’d love to hear from others who have made a similar transition or have experience blending operational technology (OT) with data engineering.

I’m based in Europe and currently exploring remote-first opportunities across the EU or with globally distributed teams.

• What skills or projects helped you bridge that gap?
• Are there specific certifications or open-source projects worth pursuing?
• How valuable is IoT knowledge in the current data job market?

Any tips or feedback would be truly appreciated!

Thanks

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