Data Engineer

Future; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company based in Bath is seeking a passionate Data Engineer to join their team. The role involves developing and maintaining data platforms, utilizing Python and Google Cloud for Big Data projects. The expected salary range is £45,000 - £50,000, with a hybrid work model of three days onsite and two remote. Enjoy perks like uncapped leave, profit share bonuses, and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Uncapped leave

Profit share bonus

Referral rewards

Wellbeing support

Opportunity to purchase shares

Qualifications

• Experience using Python for Big Data projects on Google Cloud Platform.
• Strong SQL development skills.
• Proven expertise in data modeling and ETL development.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop features of the data platform.
• Deliver development projects efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and policies.

Skills

Python

Google Cloud Platform

SQL

Data modeling

ETL development

Job description

What you'll be doing

Are you ready to contribute to the evolution of our data pipelines for our B2C division? At Future, we are transforming our data-driven decision-making processes, and we are looking for a passionate and experienced Data Engineer to join us. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a creative environment and enjoys solving complex data challenges. You'll report to the Lead Data Engineer and be part of the wider Data Engineer team.

The Data & Business Intelligence team guides our organization to become more data-driven. Our go-to-market changes give us a competitive edge by ensuring visibility of objective performance data, empowering our teams to make rapid, informed decisions that enhance overall performance.

Important Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain and develop features of the data platform.
• Deliver development projects efficiently.
• Apply established software engineering practices and principles.
• Take ownership of BAU processes and develop domain expertise.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and policies.
• Utilize CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (Terraform) for rapid deployment.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• Experience using Python on Google Cloud Platform for Big Data projects, including BigQuery, DataFlow (Apache Beam), Cloud Run Functions, Cloud Run, Cloud Workflows, Cloud Composer.
• Strong SQL development skills.
• Proven expertise in data modeling, ETL development, and data warehousing.
• Knowledge of data management fundamentals and storage principles.
• Familiarity with statistical models or data mining algorithms and applying these to business problems.

What's in it for you

The expected salary range is £45,000 - £50,000.

This is a hybrid role based in our Bath office, working three days onsite and two days remote.

Plus, enjoy great perks such as:

• Uncapped leave to manage your workload and time.
• A profit share bonus when we hit our targets.
• Referral rewards when you introduce new talent.
• Wellbeing support through our Colleague Assistance Programmes.
• Opportunity to purchase shares via our Share Incentive Plan.

Internal job family level: T6

Who are we…

We're Future, a global leader in specialist media with over 3,000 employees across 200+ media brands. We are passionate about providing trusted, expert content that educates and inspires, through websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts, and social spaces.

We have ambitious plans for growth and innovation and are looking for driven individuals to join us!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe diverse teams drive better ideas, creativity, and innovation. We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices, welcoming talent from all backgrounds.

Because a diverse team isn't just good for business — it's the Future.

Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments during the application process so we can support you.

Learn more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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