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AWS Engineer

Harnham

London

Remote

GBP 50,000 - 80,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Harnham is looking for an AWS Data Engineer for a 3-month remote contract. This role will focus on developing and maintaining data ingestion pipelines in a fast-paced media company, integrating various data sources into a cohesive analytics platform. The ideal candidate will possess strong AWS and programming skills and thrive in agile environments.

Qualifications

Proven experience with AWS services including Lambda, API Gateway, S3, Kinesis, and CloudWatch.
Strong programming ability in Python and data transformation skills using SQL and DBT.
Experience with Airflow for orchestration and scheduling.

Responsibilities

Building and maintaining ingestion pipelines using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and Kinesis.
Integrating third-party APIs into the data platform and transforming data for CRM delivery.
Migrating R-based data streams into Airflow-managed Python/DBT pipelines.

Skills

AWS services

Python

SQL

DBT

Airflow

API integration

Communication

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AWS DATA ENGINEER

3-MONTH CONTRACT

FULLY REMOTE

This role offers a great opportunity for an AWS Data Engineer to join a fast-paced media company working on a cutting-edge data ingestion and transformation project. You'll take ownership of end-to-end pipeline development, integrating real-time data streams and third-party APIs into a modern analytics stack. The environment promotes autonomy, modern tooling, and close collaboration across technical and business teams.

THE COMPANY
This is a leading media organisation leveraging data to drive audience insights, engagement strategies, and targeted content delivery. They are investing heavily in their data platform and tooling, with an emphasis on real-time decision-making and scalable infrastructure. You'll be joining a team focused on delivering data into key business systems including CRM and analytics layers.

THE ROLE
You'll be part of a cross-functional data engineering team responsible for ingesting, transforming, and delivering data to critical internal systems. This includes designing scalable AWS-based pipelines, integrating external APIs, and orchestrating transformations using DBT and Airflow. You'll also support the transition of R-based data streams into more maintainable Python workflows.

Your responsibilities will include:

Building and maintaining ingestion pipelines using AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and Kinesis.

Integrating third-party APIs into the data platform and transforming data for CRM delivery.

Migrating R-based data streams into modern Airflow-managed Python/DBT pipelines.

Ensuring observability and reliability using CloudWatch and automated monitoring.

Supporting both BAU and new feature development within the data engineering function.

KEY SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

Proven experience with AWS services including Lambda, API Gateway, S3, Kinesis, and CloudWatch.

Strong programming ability in Python and data transformation skills using SQL and DBT.

Experience with Airflow for orchestration and scheduling.

Familiarity with third-party API integration and scalable data delivery methods.

Excellent communication and the ability to work in a collaborative, agile environment.

HOW TO APPLY
Please register your interest by sending your CV via the apply link on this page.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Data Infrastructure and Analytics

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