Analytics Engineer- Palantir Practice

Synpulse; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established management consulting firm is seeking a motivated Analytics Engineer to develop innovative data and AI solutions for financial services clients. In this pivotal role, you will design and implement scalable data workflows, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational capabilities. Your expertise in technologies like Palantir and Python will drive business success while fostering a culture of continuous learning. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation, and enjoy a hybrid working environment with numerous benefits, including generous leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension with employer contribution

Paid volunteering days

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Interest-free season ticket loan

Access to Cycle and Tech schemes

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in technology projects within financial institutions.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to communicate technical concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable data solutions using best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical plans.

Skills

Python

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Degree in Actuarial Sciences

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Palantir AIP

Spark

LangChain

Job description

We are an established, globally active management consulting company with offices in Switzerland, Germany, Austria, UK, USA, Singapore, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Australia, Indonesia, and India. We are a valued partner to many of the world's largest international financial services and insurance firms. We support our clients at all project management stages, from the development of strategies and operational frameworks to technical implementation and handover. Our expertise in business and technology, combined with our methodic approach, enables us to create sustainable added value for our clients' businesses.

About the job:

We seek a highly skilled and motivated Analytics Engineer to join our dynamic team. You will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing data and AI solutions tailored to the unique needs of our financial services clients. As an Analytics Engineer, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and intuitive Data and Gen AI workflows that enhance our clients' operational capabilities and drive business success. Your role involves interacting with clients, Business Analysts, and Engineers, analyzing and validating business requirements, and translating them into detailed data and analytics solutions. Key responsibilities include:

1. Design and develop robust, scalable, and efficient data solutions using industry best practices and cutting-edge technologies, notably Palantir Foundry and Palantir AIP.
2. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand and translate business requirements into technical specifications and actionable plans.
3. Architect, develop, and implement complex software solutions leveraging data and GenAI capabilities.
4. Provide technical guidance and mentor junior team members to foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
5. Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and advancements in the financial services industry to drive innovation and maintain our competitive edge.

About you:

• Ideally, you have a minimum of 2 years' work experience delivering technology projects within financial institutions or enterprise firms.
• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Actuarial Sciences, Engineering, or a quantitative field.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically about complex technical challenges.
• You are a fast learner, comfortable iterating quickly in uncertain environments.
• You have strong product intuition and an understanding of product management practices.
• You have experience writing data transformation and application code, particularly in Python.

Great to have:

• Experience or interest working with Palantir platforms.
• Experience with Spark and big data technologies.
• Active experimentation with LLMs and LangChain.
• Good working knowledge of Agile software delivery frameworks.
• Knowledge of the Financial Services and/or Insurance industry.

Why us:

• A unique opportunity to shape the UK office through participation in internal initiatives (e.g., marketing, CSR, DE&I).
• Engage in a four-week New Employee Training, a comprehensive onboarding program designed to prepare you for client projects, integrate you into the team, and broaden your skillset while aligning with Synpulse's values and methods.
• Continuous learning and development through our Academy Program.
• Innovative team bonus scheme following our "One Spirit" approach.
• Hybrid working environment.

Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy many other benefits:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays in England.
• Pension: 6% employer contribution and 3% employee contribution.
• Paid time off for volunteering (2 days per year).
• Private medical insurance with dental care through Vitality.
• Life insurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 mental health support.
• Interest-free season ticket loan.
• Access to the Cycle scheme and Tech scheme.

Your documents to start the process:

• CV

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all candidates. If you require accommodations or adjustments during the interview process, please let us know. We aim to make the experience accessible and comfortable for everyone.

Our people are our most valuable asset. They drive our growth and success. The Synpulse OneSpirit reflects our culture of collaboration, inclusion, entrepreneurship, and fun. We are active corporate citizens and celebrate success together, including through our Synpulse crypto token.