Data Engineer

Ziff Davis; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative digital media company is seeking a Data Engineer to enhance its data architecture and technology stack. This role involves designing and maintaining ETL processes, managing data systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. You'll work primarily with Python and SQL, leveraging AWS technologies to support content personalization and data-driven tools. Join a dynamic team in a hybrid work environment that values personal development and work-life balance. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced industry, surrounded by a vibrant community in London.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Personal development time

Quarterly team socials

Recreational activities

Personalized development plan

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant data engineering experience.
• Strong Python and SQL skills required.
• Experience with ETL/ELT and managing data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Implementing and maintaining ETL pipelines using Airflow and AWS.
• Contributing to data-driven tools for content personalization.
• Monitoring and maintaining our data infrastructure in AWS.

Skills

Python

SQL

ETL/ELT

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Airflow

dbt

Redshift

Snowplow

Tools

AWS

Kubernetes

Airflow

dbt

Redshift

Job description

Description Position at RetailMeNot

With over 8 million members, VoucherCodes is one of the UK’s largest money-saving websites. Partnered with big brands like ASOS, Nike, Argos, Expedia, and Pizza Express, we receive over 8 million visits per month. We are currently seeking a Data Engineer to join our Engineering team in London. Our team designs, develops, and operates all data systems across the company, including ETL processes, data warehouses, real-time click streams, and EMR to support content personalization for our users.

We are looking for someone to help us evolve our data architecture and technology stack. Our primary programming language is Python, although some systems still run in PHP and are being migrated to Python. We manage our own AWS account and Kubernetes cluster with EKS. Our collaboration with the Platform Team ensures adherence to best practices and standards, maintaining our infrastructure independently.

The ideal candidate will have strong software development experience with Python and SQL, along with a keen interest in working with Docker, Kubernetes, Airflow, and AWS data technologies such as Athena, Redshift, and EMR. You will join a team of over 25 engineers across mobile, web, data, and platform domains, and should demonstrate excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.

What we need from you:

• At least 3 years of relevant data engineering experience
• Strong Python and SQL skills
• Experience with dbt
• Experience with AWS
• Experience working with a columnar database such as Redshift
• Extensive experience with ETL/ELT and managing data pipelines
• Familiarity with Snowplow
• Experience integrating data from various sources
• Good cross-team communication skills
• Familiarity with CI/CD practices and tools
• Understanding of Agile Scrum development lifecycle

What you’ll be doing:

• Implementing and maintaining ETL pipelines using Airflow and AWS technologies
• Contributing to data-driven tools, including content personalization
• Managing ingestion frameworks and processes
• Monitoring and maintaining our data infrastructure in AWS
• Supporting Business Analytics and Marketing teams

What you’ll get from us:

• A culture that encourages you to be your best
• Two hours weekly dedicated to personal development
• A personalized development plan for career growth
• Flexible work arrangements for work/life balance
• Recreational activities like Zumba, football, table football, and pool
• Quarterly team socials

Working Pattern

Hybrid, with a minimum of 1-2 days per week in our London office (Yeoman House, Sekforde Street, London, EC1R 0HF). Our office is in the vibrant Clerkenwell area, surrounded by cafés, restaurants, pubs, and galleries, with excellent street food options nearby. We offer flexibility for remote work to support work/life balance.

Next Steps

If interested, please send your CV along with a 200-300 word cover letter explaining why this role and VoucherCodes appeal to you. Use this space to share what excites you about this opportunity.

VoucherCodes is part of Ziff Davis, a digital media and internet company (Nasdaq: ZD) with a portfolio spanning technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech. We aim to build a sustainable, profitable, and growing enterprise, emphasizing the importance of talented people, technology, and culture.

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