Analytics Engineer

American Express Global Business Travel (GBT); London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

American Express Global Business Travel (GBT) is seeking an Analytics Engineer to bridge the gap between analytics and engineering. This role involves problem-solving through data, developing scalable solutions, and collaborating with global stakeholders to drive business impact. Candidates should possess a strong background in analyzing data and building technical skills in data science and engineering, with opportunities for professional growth and learning access.

Benefits

Flexible benefits tailored to location

Travel perks from major providers

Access to 20,000 courses on learning platform

Participation in global INclusion Groups

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in data engineering or analysis.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and transform into insights.
• Strong SQL skills for query optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable data solutions and enhance data products.
• Collaborate with scientists, analysts, and engineers in projects.
• Engage with global stakeholders to manage complex requirements.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

SQL proficiency

Version control

Data integrity

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or related field

Job description

Amex GBT is a place where colleagues find inspiration in travel as a force for good and - through their work - can make an impact on our industry. We're here to help our colleagues achieve success and offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where your voice is valued.

The Analytics team is seeking a dedicated candidate who thrives at the intersection of analysis and engineering for the role of Analytics Engineer. Whether you're an analyst with a knack for building scalable solutions or an engineer eager to expand into a more analytical, data-focused role, this opportunity offers the blend of both. The role is ideal for a curious, hands-on professional who enjoys solving complex problems, working across diverse data sets, and leveraging technical skills to build real business impact. If you're passionate about bridging analytics and engineering to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll do on a Typical day :

• Develop diverse technical skills: this unique opportunity allows you to build expertise across data science, analytics and engineering, blending these disciplines into a highly valuable skill set.
• Collaborate with experts: work closely with scientists, analysts, and engineers, gaining hands-on experience with the tools, techniques, and best practices from each field.
• Engage with global stakeholders: as part of a large organization, you will interact with stakeholders worldwide, handling a variety of dynamic and complex requirements that broaden your understanding of business challenges.
• Seek multidisciplinary tasks: take on a variety of projects that combine the roles of scientist, analyst, and engineer, offering a diverse and rewarding work experience.
• Help build a large-scale data product: be part of developing a sustainable, scalable data product, enhancing your ability to design and build solutions that meet both current and future needs.
• Master modern software development techniques: hone your skills in software development practices including CI/CD, Agile development, version control with Git, automated testing, code reviews, and cloud computing.

What We're looking for:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, economics, or other quantitative fields.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Data Engineer, Analyst, or similar role.
• Strong ability to analyze large datasets and transform them into actionable insights.
• The ability to break down complex problems into manageable components and approach solutions methodically.
• Familiarity with handling data integrity and quality issues.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL with the ability to optimize SQL queries for performance and scalability.
• Understanding of version control systems like Git.
• Resilience to seek tough problems, debug issues, or rewrite large sections of code without frustration.
• Viewing projects as part of a larger ecosystem and understanding how small changes affect the whole system.
• Anticipating downstream impacts and proactively addressing potential issues.
• Balancing efficiency with sustainability to build long-term, maintainable solutions.
• Should be comfortable working in EMEA shifts.

Location

London, United Kingdom

The #TeamGBT Experience

Work and life: Find your happy medium at Amex GBT.

• Flexible benefits: tailored to each country, including health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, and wellbeing resources to support you and your immediate family.
• Travel perks: get a choice of deals each week from major travel providers on flights, hotels, cruises, and car rentals.
• Develop the skills you want: access over 20,000 courses on our learning platform, leadership courses, and new job openings available to internal candidates first.
• We strive to champion Inclusion: participate in our global INclusion Groups to discuss challenges, achievements, and drive company awareness and action.
• And much more!

All applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to age, sex, gender, pregnancy, race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

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What if I don't meet every requirement? If you're passionate about our mission and believe you'd be a great addition, don't worry about "checking every box"; please apply anyway. You might be exactly who we're looking for!