Data Engineer

The Fragrance Shop; Stretford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working scheme

Free onsite gym facilities

Generous staff discounts

Job summary

A leading independent fragrance retailer in the UK is seeking a Data Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the data warehouse, delivering analytical insights, and ensuring data standards are met. This position offers a flexible working scheme, including work-from-home days and generous staff discounts.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in a data science or engineering role.
• Ability to produce documentation to ISO 9001 standard.
• Strong understanding of modern code development practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide robust insights and analytical reporting.
• Manage company data warehouse.
• Maintain data standards in compliance with GDPR.

Skills

SQL proficiency

Python proficiency

Experience with large datasets

Data modelling skills

Problem-solving skills

Familiarity with APIs

Education

BSc/MSc in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)

PowerBI

QlikView

Airflow

Prefect

Job description

Company Overview

Established 1994, The Fragrance Shop is the UK’s leading independent fragrance retailer, showcasing over 130 fragrance brands across 220 stores and online at www.thefragranceshop.co.uk. We are expanding and looking for a Data Engineer to join our growing and vibrant brand.

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role delivering the latest technologies within an organisation that has adopted multi‑channel retail strategy. The role is business‑focused, requiring quick grasp of strategy and using technical expertise to support initiatives that underpin that strategy with efficiency, automation, quality and security at heart.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide robust insights, analytical reporting and interpretation of customer profiles and trends.
• Take responsibility for the company data warehouse and manage company data.
• Promote use of cutting‑edge tooling, frameworks and components to increase quality and reduce friction in data development.
• Maintain data standards, including adherence to the Data Protection Act and GDPR.
• Work with stakeholders internally and externally, creating procedures and managing data flows.

Required Experience & Skills

• 2–3 years in a data science or engineering role.
• BSc/MSc in Computer Science/Computing (or equivalent).
• Advanced SQL and Python proficiency.
• Proficiency in version control systems.
• Familiarity with APIs and RESTful services.
• Experience in Airflow, Prefect or similar workflow orchestrators.
• Experience building ETL pipelines.
• Ability to produce documentation to ISO 9001 standard.
• Strong understanding of modern code development practices.
• Solid knowledge of relational databases and data warehouse methodology.
• Experience with data modelling and structures.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working with large and complex datasets.
• Preferred experience with SSRS, PowerBI and QlikView.

Person Specification

• A self‑starter with energy who consistently delivers high quality work.
• Passion for technology with in‑depth understanding of online‑based systems, tools and trends.
• Problem‑solving attitude is a must.
• Ability to operate independently against prioritised requirements while supporting the team.
• Capacity to manage several complex issues simultaneously and drive operations in the right direction.
• Calm under pressure, focused on end‑goal and not distracted.
• Willingness to be exposed to many technologies.

Benefits

• Work‑life balance with flexible working scheme – 15 work‑from‑home days a year, duvet days and flexible hours.
• Modern office in Trafford Park with great transport links and free onsite parking.
• Free onsite gym facilities before/after work or lunchtime.
• Generous staff discounts on a wide range of fabulous fragrances.
• Excellent progression and development opportunities – work with teams passionate about what they do.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Fragrance Shop is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.