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Data Engineer

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Data Engineer Cloud & Data Transformation

Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid) or remote working / home based within the UK with very occasional office visits

Are you a Data Engineer passionate about cloud data solutions, modern data architectures, and scalable ETL/ELT processes? Join a forward-thinking organisation in the financial services sector, driving data transformation and innovation.

About the Role

As a Data Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and optimising data pipelines, integrating structured and unstructured data, and supporting the evolution of a modern Snowflake cloud-based data platform. This role involves working with Snowflake, data lakehouse architectures, and cloud technologies to ensure robust, scalable, and efficient data processing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain ETL/ELT processes to ingest, transform, and integrate data from multiple sources into Snowflake and data lakehouse environments
  • Design and optimise data models and schemas for both structured and unstructured data with a snowflake environment
  • Enhance cloud data capabilities, working with AWS S3, Azure Data Lake, and Apache Spark
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data availability for advanced analytics and reporting
  • Automate workflows, implement CI/CD pipelines, and maintain data integrity and quality
  • Stay ahead of emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement and innovation in data engineering

Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in data engineering, data warehousing, and data lakehouse development
  • Hands-on expertise in Snowflake and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
  • Strong SQL and programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala
  • Experience with data integration tools, APIs, and real-time data processing
  • Knowledge of BI tools (Tableau, Power BI) and ETL/ELT frameworks (Talend preferred)
  • Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills

Why Join Us?

  • Work on cutting-edge cloud and data projects in a fast-moving, innovative environment
  • Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking team
  • Career growth opportunities, training, and professional development
  • Influence the future of data strategy and analytics within a leading organisation

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • 10% bonus
  • Excellent 10.5% company pension contribution
  • Comprehensive healthcare package
  • Flexible working arrangements - Milton Keynes (Hybrid) or remote working / home based within the UK with adhoc and occasional office visits
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Modern tech stack and innovation-focused environment
  • 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and a holiday purchase scheme
  • Life Assurance (x4 salary), Subsidised private medical insurance, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee discounts platform, including gym discounts, 24/7 employee assistance programme supporting your mental wellbeing, 2 days volunteer leave, etc..

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