AWS Data Engineer

UBDS Digital; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Discretionary bonus

25 days holiday

Electric Vehicle leasing

Contributed Pension Scheme

Job summary

UBDS Digital in Greater London is looking for skilled AWS Data Engineers to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines. Candidates should be proficient in Python, SQL, and AWS services.

The role includes containerisation with Docker and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure robust data infrastructure is delivered. Attractive benefits include private medical cover, 25 days holiday plus additional leave, and a discretionary bonus.

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in Python and proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with Apache Airflow for DAG orchestration and monitoring.
• Hands-on experience with Docker for containerisation.
• Proficient in AWS data services: Redshift, OpenSearch, Lambda, Glue.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and YAML-based configuration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipelines using Python, SQL, and Apache Airflow.
• Containerise data applications and workflows using Docker.
• Build and optimise data solutions using AWS services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data infrastructure.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline performance.

Skills

Python

SQL

Apache Airflow

Docker

AWS services (Redshift, OpenSearch, etc.)

GitLab

CI/CD pipelines

Tools

Git

Terraform

Confluence

Job description

Description

Rayo, part of the UBDS Group, is seeking highly skilled, security‑cleared AWS Data Engineers at all levels to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure using AWS‑native services. This role focuses on data orchestration, automation, and containerisation to support high‑performance data workflows across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipelines using Python, SQL, and Apache Airflow.
• Containerise data applications and workflows using Docker.
• Build and optimise data solutions using AWS services including Redshift, OpenSearch, Lambda, Glue, Step Functions, and Batch.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver robust, secure, and scalable data infrastructure.
• Manage version control using GitLab (or similar).
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline performance and reliability.
• Contribute to documentation and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure data quality, governance, and security best practices are followed.

Essential Requirements

• Strong programming skills in Python and proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with Apache Airflow for DAG orchestration and monitoring.
• Hands‑on experience with Docker for containerisation.
• Proficient in AWS data services: Redshift, OpenSearch, Lambda, Glue, Step Functions, Batch.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and YAML‑based configuration (e.g., GitLab CI/CD).
• Proficient in Git and collaborative development using GitLab (or similar).
• Understanding of AWS security best practices, IAM policies, and RBAC.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with AWS services such as Athena, SQS, CloudWatch, CloudTrail, EMR.
• Exposure to infrastructure‑as‑code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Familiarity with documentation tools like Confluence and README standards.
• Experience working in consulting or client‑facing environments.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Comfortable working in Agile environments.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to share knowledge.

Benefits

• Training – All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies.
• Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality.
• Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance.
• Holiday – You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays.
• Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice.
• Contributed Pension Scheme.
• Death in service cover.

About UBDS Group

At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.