Senior Data Engineer

London, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

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Project description



We're seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Engineer to join our growing data team. In this role, you'll architect and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines and infrastructure that power our analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence initiatives. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies like Python, PySpark, AWS EMR, and Snowflake, and collaborate across teams to ensure data is clean, reliable, and actionable.


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Responsibilities




Build and maintain scalable ETL pipelines using Python and PySpark to support data ingestion, transformation, and integration


Develop and optimize distributed data workflows on AWS EMR for high-performance processing of large datasets


Design, implement, and tune Snowflake data warehouses to support analytical workloads and reporting needs


Partner with data scientists, analysts, and product teams to deliver reliable, well-documented datasets


Ensure data integrity, consistency, and accuracy across multiple sources and systems


Automate data workflows and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention


Monitor pipeline performance, identify bottlenecks, and resolve issues proactively


Apply best practices in CI/CD, version control (e.g., Git), and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation)


Enforce data security, compliance, and governance standards in line with industry regulations


Mentor junior engineers, conduct code reviews, and foster a culture of continuous learning and knowledge-sharing


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Skills




Must have


5+ years of experience in data engineering or software development


Strong proficiency in Python and PySpark


Hands-on experience with AWS services, especially EMR, S3, Lambda, and Glue


Deep understanding of Snowflake architecture and performance tuning


Solid grasp of data modeling, warehousing concepts, and SQL optimization


Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions) and infrastructure-as-code


Experience with data governance frameworks and security best practices


Excellent communication and collaboration skills


Nice to have


N/A


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Other




Languages


English: C1 Advanced


Seniority


Senior



London, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland


Req. VR-117666


BigData Development


BCM Industry


19/09/2025


Req. VR-117666

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3763542
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    London, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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