Junior/Mid/Senior Data Engineer - Hybrid, London

ZipRecruiter; Ilford; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking Junior, Mid, and Senior Data Engineers for hybrid positions based in London. The roles focus on developing data pipelines and analytics solutions that impact decision-making in the sports industry. Candidates should be passionate about sports and analytics, with teamwork and communication skills. This is an exciting opportunity in a fast-growing organization committed to equal employment opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years relevant experience for Junior, 4+ for Mid, 6+ for Senior.
• Foundational to advanced experience with Python and SQL based on role level.
• Familiarity with cloud services, especially AWS, is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Junior: Support development of scalable data pipelines and assist with data asset testing.
• Mid: Build and maintain reliable data pipelines and manage cloud storage.
• Senior: Architect data infrastructure, lead design, and mentor engineers.

Skills

Python

SQL

Cloud Computing

Data Pipeline Development

Version Control

Agile

Tools

AWS

Snowflake

dbt

Spark

DataBricks

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Job Description

Junior/Mid/Senior Data Engineer - Hybrid, London

Location: London (hybrid: 3 days in office in Victoria)

Contract Type: Full Time

Role Level: Junior/Mid/Senior

Salary:

• Junior - £38,000 - £55,000
• Mid-Level - £55,000 - £75,000
• Senior - £95,000 - £130,000

Reporting Line: Head of Data Engineering

Direct Reports: TBC

The Role

Prospect is on a mission to revolutionise decision making in sport. Our analytical solutions support decision making from the field through to the board room, helping our performance clients win trophies in four different sports, and winning awards for our commercial clients too. We have four primary lines of business: Performance Analytics, Sporting Product Analytics, Marketing Analytics & Execution, and Consulting & Advisory.

Since closing our seed fundraising round in June 2021, Prospect has worked with rights holders, clubs, investors, broadcasters, and other service providers to the sports industry.

We are looking for someone who is equally passionate about sports and analytics and is excited about the possibilities of the intersection of the two. The ideal candidate would have experience as a problem solver, data engineer, and communicator, preferably with a strong grasp of cloud computing concepts, preferably using AWS. You’ll work as part of cross-functional teams to help solve challenges and aid decision makers across the sporting landscape, from elite professional teams, to leagues and broadcasters, applying advanced analytics and modelling techniques.

Personal Attributes

Highly motivated and results-driven with a passion for technology.

A passion for the business of sports, media, and technology. Can-do attitude; a self-starter who wants to drive the company forward. Collaborative, open to feedback, and willing to learn.

Junior Data Engineer Responsibilities

• Support development of scalable data pipelines.
• Assist with testing, validation, and documentation of data assets.
• Learn from and collaborate with senior engineers.

Capabilities

• 2+ years relevant work experience.
• Foundational experience with Python and SQL.
• Eagerness to work with tools like dbt, Spark, DataBricks, and Kedro.
• Understanding of version control, testing, and documentation.
• Familiarity with Agile, Jira, and Confluence.
• Proficiency working with AWS cloud services.

Mid-Level Data Engineer Responsibilities

• Build and maintain reliable data pipelines.
• Manage and optimize cloud storage and warehousing.
• Ensure data quality, security, and maintainability.

Capabilities

• 4+ years relevant work experience.
• Strong SQL and Python skills.
• Experience with Snowflake, dbt, Spark.
• Version control, CI/CD, and testing practices.
• Familiarity with Agile, Jira, and Confluence.
• Proficiency working with AWS cloud services.

Senior Data Engineer Responsibilities

• Architect robust data infrastructure and workflows.
• Lead technical design and platform evolution.
• Mentor engineers and drive operational excellence.

Capabilities

• 6+ years relevant work experience.
• Expertise in distributed data architecture and orchestration.
• Deep knowledge of Snowflake, S3, Athena, dbt.
• Security, performance, and governance leadership.
• Familiarity with Agile, Jira, and Confluence.
• Proficiency working with AWS cloud services.

How to apply?

To apply, send your CV and covering letter to [e-mail] with the role that you are applying for in the subject line. You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Please state current notice period in the email.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company that is looking to revolutionise decision-making in sport.

Prospect is committed to providing equal opportunities for candidates from all backgrounds. Since our founding in 2019, we have sought to build an inclusive working environment where everyone is celebrated.