Principal Data Engineer (2x Roles)

iO Associates; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to join a greenfield data transformation initiative in London. The role involves designing and building data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric, creating analytics-optimised models for Power BI, and contributing to a modern data foundation. Ideal candidates have substantial data engineering experience, particularly with Microsoft Fabric, and are comfortable in dynamic environments. This full-time position is crucial for establishing the core data architecture and will fill urgently.

Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Fabric or the modern data stack.
• Strong real-world delivery experience in data engineering.
• Capable in data modelling and analytics-focused design.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and rapid delivery.
• Pragmatic, outcomes-driven approach and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Design and build data pipelines, models, and architecture using Microsoft Fabric.
• Create analytics-optimised data models to support Power BI.
• Operate in a greenfield environment, influencing technical direction.
• Work in a consultancy‑style delivery team, challenging designs verwich ideas
• Support and upskill internal engineers as the platform is established

Skills

Microsoft Fabric

Data Engineering

Data Modelling

Analytics-focused design

Job description

This range is provided by iO Associates. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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iO Associates client is recruiting ИзPrincipal Data Engineers to support a major greenfield data transformation programme built on a brand-new Microsoft Fabric platform. This initiative will establish the core data architecture, pipelines, and models that will underpin Power BI, enterprise analytics, and futureeluaran programmes through to the end of 2026.

This is not BAU or legacy support. You'll be joining at the ground floor to help design and build a new, modern data foundation from scratch.

The Role

As a Principal Data Engineer, you will:

• Design and build data pipelines, models, and architecture using Microsoft Fabric
• Create analytics‑optimised data models to support Power BI and reporting
• Operate in a greenfield, fast‑moving environment, influencing technical direction
• Work in a consultancy‑style delivery team, challenging designs verwich ideas
• Support and upskill internal engineers as the platform is established

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking principal‑level, hands‑on engineers who:

• Have experience with Microsoft Fabric or the modernCLCMicrosoft data stack
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• Bring strong real‑world delivery experience (certifications are beneficial but not essential)
• Are highly capable in data engineering, data modelling, and analytics‑focused design
• Are comfortable with ambiguity and rapid delivery
• Take a pragmatic, outcomes‑driven approach and continuously improve ways of working

Our client is looking to get these positions filled URGENTLY! They’re looking at interviewing people later on this week!

If you’re interested in this role or know someone who would be, then please apply to this position with an updated CV.

Seniority level

\OuOMid- Senior level

Employment type

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Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Data Infrastructure and Analytics

Location

London, England, United Kingdom