Data Engineer

Bauer Media Group; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bauer Media Group is seeking a Data Engineer to join their Data & Decision Sciences team in London. The role focuses on building and optimizing data pipelines, implementing CUBE architecture, and supporting market-specific data projects, driving impactful business outcomes across Europe. Ideal candidates will have strong SQL and Python skills, with experience in data engineering practices and cloud infrastructure. This position offers a dynamic work environment and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + 2 volunteer days

Internal Bauer Academy for learning opportunities

Company pension

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted subscriptions on Bauer publications

Great deals and discounts for everyday life

Qualifications

• 2+ years in data engineering or related technical role.
• Experience building and maintaining data pipelines.
• Strong SQL and Python skills required.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines using Python and SQL.
• Collaborate with senior engineers on complex data integrations.
• Ensure data quality and consistency across multiple sources.

Skills

SQL

Python

ETL/ELT practices

Data Quality

Cloud Infrastructure

Tools

Airflow

Terraform

BigQuery

Redshift

Job description

About Bauer Media Audio - Data & Decision Sciences Team

The Data and Decision Sciences (DDS) team is at the core of Bauer Media Audio. We leverage data as a strategic enabler across nine European markets. Our goal is to deliver trusted, actionable insights and robust data solutions that empower business growth, audience engagement, and operational efficiency.

We function as a collaborative, cross-functional unit, bridging data and business strategy. Our centralized capabilities combined with local expertise ensure we deliver impactful business outcomes across the organization.

Core Responsibilities

Data Pipeline Development

• Build, maintain, and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines using Python and SQL
• Use Airflow for workflow scheduling and monitoring
• Ensure data quality and consistency across multiple sources
• Collaborate with senior engineers on complex data integrations

CUBE Architecture Implementation

• Support the migration of processes to CUBE architecture
• Develop data acquisition and processing solutions across markets
• Work with BigQuery, Redshift
• Help implement infrastructure as code using Terraform
• Develop revenue and digital analytics frameworks

Market-Specific Projects

• Build pipelines for consumer competitions across markets
• Integrate Braze CRM platform
• Support audience segmentation and analytics
• Contribute to monitoring and alerting of data processes

Collaborative Development

• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather requirements
• Participate in code reviews and documentation
• Troubleshoot and resolve data quality issues
• Continuously improve data engineering practices

Key Projects for 2025

• Expand Consumer Competitions to Portugal, Slovakia, and others
• Implement Player Segmentation pipeline
• Migrate AINS (ROMA) to CUBE
• Develop Digital Analytics data model
• Integrate with Braze CRM platform

Qualifications

Core Technical Skills

• Strong SQL (Postgres, Cloud SQL)
• Python for pipeline development
• Workflow orchestration (Airflow preferred)
• Experience with BigQuery, Redshift

Required Experience

• 2+ years in data engineering or related technical role
• Proven experience building and maintaining data pipelines
• Knowledge of ETL/ELT practices
• Understanding of cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP)

Nice to Have

• Terraform or infrastructure-as-code tools
• Docker, Kubernetes
• dbt
• BI tools like Looker or Power BI
• Data quality tools
• Media, advertising, or audio industry background

Personal & Behavioral Traits

• Curious: Eager to learn new technologies
• Solution-Oriented: Focused on practical outcomes
• Detailed: Maintains high standards for data and documentation
• Organized: Efficient multitasker
• Collaborative: Works well with diverse teams
• Adaptable: Comfortable in fast-paced environments

Purpose & Impact

As a Data Engineer, you will directly support Bauer Media Audio's digital transformation. Your work on the CUBE architecture and international data initiatives will enable improved audience insights, advertising efficiency, and better consumer experiences.

Package Description

Rewards packages at Bauer Media offer a range of salary sacrifice Benefits, such as our pension scheme and flexible holidays, as well as exclusive Perks like great deals and discounts for everyday life.

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 2 volunteer days
• Internal Bauer Academy - Wide range of learning opportunities to support with your Career Development
• Opportunity to buy additional holiday
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme, tech loan scheme and groups discounts for healthcare insurance
• Discounted subscriptions on Bauer publications (50%)
• Thrive initiatives - Wellbeing at Bauer
• Opportunities to contribute to our Belonging@Bauer and Sustainability initiatives
• Discounted high street vouchers

About Bauer Media Group

Bauer Media UK is part of the wider Bauer Media Group and is the No.1 UK Publisher and the No.1 Digital Commercial Audio broadcaster. We reach 25 million consumers across our Radio and Publishing brands such as Greatest Hits, KISS, Grazia, Today's Golfer, Absolute, TV Choice, Scala, Country Walking, Hits Radio, CAR, Magic, MCN, Jazz FM, Puzzles and many more!

Bauer Media Group has remained one of the world's most successful media companies for nearly 150 years through our commitment to continuous innovation and consumer obsession. Founded in Hamburg in 1875 and now in our fifth generation of family ownership, our multi-national company operates in 13 countries across Europe, reaching 200 million consumers.

Belonging at Bauer Mission statement

People are at the heart of everything we do. Inclusivity is part of who we are. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, and encourage authenticity, knowing that our differences are celebrated.

What we will offer you

Quite simply, our promise to you is that Bauer Media is a great place to do great work with great people. Our people take an enormous amount of pride in the brands they support. They like their team members, and they feel supported by their managers. We all take collective responsibility for our culture, because we know it has a ripple effect out across our brands. That's why our culture of inclusion at work, Belonging at Bauer, is at the heart of everything we do. Belonging at Bauer is about our dual goals of being as representative as we can of the audiences we serve, and about creating a working environment where all our people feel able to bring their whole selves to work every day. It's part of everything we do, and everyone who works here is responsible. If you join us, you'll be an important part of this as well.

Our mental health at work

We're proud to be the driving force behind the "Where's your head at?" campaign, which is working to put Mental Health First Aiders on an equal footing with traditional workplace First Aiders. This is a priority for all of us that work at Bauer and we now have fully trained Mental Health First Aiders supporting and working across all of our UK locations.

Learning and Development

As the only Media company to be in the top 100 apprenticeship employers, we are striving to always be a great place to do great work for all, Bauer is committed to offering learning and development initiatives through its Bauer Academy tailored to its people, empowering teams and individuals to grow and progress in their careers.

Please Note: We are actively seeking this position. You should hear from us within 48 hours of the expiry date. Please note on some occasions the role may be closed before date shown or need to be extended.

Bauer Core Values

Passion

We LOVE what we do - it inspires, unifies and challenges us. Our passion is contagious - both loud and quiet, making the impossible possible.

Excellence

Our desire for excellence fuels our ambition for personal and business growth.

Trust

We value honesty and integrity. Trust is our foundation, empowering our people to live up to their full potential.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is our pursuit of opportunity - we are agile, focused and resourceful

If you have any feedback regarding our UK recruitment process please email [e-mail] we would love to hear from you.

Date: 4 Jun 2025

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