Data Engineer

Michael Page; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits Package

Onsite work in Nottingham (Tuesdays)

Job summary

Michael Page seeks an experienced Data Engineer for a leading UK retailer based in Nottingham. You will develop and maintain data pipelines, optimise databases, and design ETL processes to support data-driven decision making.

The role requires strong SQL, experience with Azure Data Factory, Azure Logic Apps and Databricks, plus knowledge of Data Lakes/Synapse/Delta Lakes. Onsite one day per week in Nottingham; salary £55,000–£57,000 with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Engineer or similar role.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Strong SQL skills with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with data pipelines and ETL tools (Azure Data Factory, Azure Logic Apps, Databricks).
• Knowledge of Data Lakes, Synapse, Delta Lakes.
• Programming in Python, Java, or Scala.
• Data modelling, warehousing and data visualization knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines to ingest, process, and transform data from various sources.
• Implement data integration processes supporting the flow of information across the organisation.
• Design, optimise and manage databases to ensure performance, availability and scalability.
• Craft ETL processes including cleaning, aggregation and enrichment for efficient data processing.
• Build and maintain data warehouses for structured data storage and easy retrieval.
• Implement data quality checks and monitor data integrity proactively.
• Optimise pipelines and databases for future growth and performance.
• Enforce data security measures to protect privacy and data assets.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for pipelines, processes and models.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven solutions.

Skills

SQL skills

Python

Java

Scala

Data modelling

Data warehousing

Data visualisation

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Logic Apps

Databricks

APIs

Job description

This leading commercial retailer are looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join them as part of their continued data build & enablement strategy. As a Data Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining data pipelines, optimising databases, creating ETL processes, designing data models and ensuring data quality.

Leading Global Commercial Retailer based in Nottingham.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines to ingest, process, and transform data from various sources, while ensuring data reliability and quality
• Implement seamless data integration processes supporting the continuous flow of information across the organisation
• Design, optimise and manage databases to proficiently oversee data retrieval and storage, prioritising performance, availability and scalability
• Craft efficient ETL processes transforming raw data into usable formats, including data cleaning, aggregation, and enrichment, streamlining data processing for enhanced efficiency
• Build and maintain data warehouses for structured data storage, ensuring it is organised for easy retrieval, reporting and analysis
• Implement stringent data quality checks and validation processes to ensure high accuracy, proactively monitoring and rectifying data integrity issues
• Optimise data pipelines and databases for performance and scalability, anticipating future growth and evolving business needs
• Enforce robust data security measures to uphold privacy regulations and safeguard against unauthorised access, ensuring data asset protection
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for data pipelines, processes, and models, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and ongoing support
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, fostering a data-driven culture by understanding requirements and delivering effective solutions together

Profile

Key Skills & Expertise:

• Proven experience as a Data Engineer or similar role
• Full UK Driving Licence required
• Strong SQL skills with relational and NoSQL databases
• Demonstrated experience with data pipeline and ETL tools (e.g. Azure Data Factory, Azure Logic Apps, Databricks, API's)
• Understanding of different data environments (Data Lakes, Synapse, Delta Lakes)
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala
• Sound knowledge of data modelling, database design principles, data warehousing and data visualisation tools
• Excellent attention to detail and creativity to design, develop and inform overall business strategy
• Ability to work collaboratively and is open to new ideas whilst appreciating the difference each person makes

Job Offer

• Permanent Data Engineer position.
• Salary of £55,000 to £57,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Excellent Benefits Package
• One day per week onsite in Nottingham, on Tuesdays.

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