Principal Data Engineering Consultant

Advancing Analytics; Camden Town; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading analytics provider is seeking a Principal Data Engineering Consultant with solid knowledge in Azure, Python, and data governance tools. This remote role is based in the UK and encourages collaboration and innovation in a supportive environment, while offering competitive benefits and a focus on employee well-being.

Benefits

Industry matching Maternity & Paternity policy

Private Medical & Dental Care

25 Days Annual Leave

Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme

Flexible Working Hours

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Microsoft Azure and cloud computing concepts.
• Experience with Apache Spark – Databricks, Microsoft Fabric or another Spark engine.
• Proficient in Python as most solutions are built in this language.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent projects effectively.
• Work in an agile environment with a focus on technical and pragmatic aspects.
• Participate in the interview process with candidates and stakeholders.

Skills

Requirements gathering and client consulting

Agile project management

Understanding of OO Development Practices

ETL Approaches

Understanding of CI / CD Methodologies

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Apache Spark

Python

Azure Data Factory

Azure Data Lake storage

Terraform

Job description

Principal Data Engineering Consultant

Join to apply for the Principal Data Engineering Consultant role at Advancing Analytics.

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

Base pay range

Location: Remote – must be based within the UK. Occasional visits to see customers and the team.

Interview process: Two rounds.

• 1: Get to know you chat with the People Recruitment Manager;
• 2: Technical competency with the Hiring Lead and a Team Member.

Our Values: Advancing, Come as you are, Zero burnout, We all level up together and Transparency. Who Are We?

Advancing Analytics are a market leader in delivering pioneering analytical solutions for customers all over the world. To thrive in today's market, businesses need to implement AI built on a solid, reliable Data Platform, and we are looking for you to help us build it!

Who are we looking for?

Dedicated individuals who blend technical passion with the honesty and empathy needed for client consulting. People who love data and strongly believe in sharing knowledge, skills and wisdom both internally and with the wider data community. Someone who thrives in an agile environment, balancing their technical prowess with the pragmatic needs of the project.

For the Principal Consultant role, we expect a solid understanding of our core tech stack with the ability to see the end-to-end solution across multiple concurrent projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Microsoft Azure and cloud computing concepts
• Apache Spark – Databricks, Microsoft Fabric or another Spark engine
• Python – we build most of our solutions in Python
• Azure Data Factory or other cloud orchestration tools
• Azure Data Lake storage and Delta Lake
• Unity Catalog, Purview or other Data Governance tools
• IAC tool such as Terraform, Azure DevOps

Other technology we like, but isn’t essential:

• Azure Functions – Python, C#

Skills / Approaches:

• Requirements gathering and client consulting
• Agile project management including budget and scope management
• Understanding of OO Development Practices
• ETL Approaches – Data Quality, Resilience, Observability
• Understanding of CI / CD Methodologies and SDLC

What will it be like to work for Advancing Analytics?

We are a small company and encourage everyone to have a voice within our collaborative and inclusive team from day one. As a Microsoft Specialised Partner, Databricks Elite Partner, and AWS Partner, you will have access to the latest tech and training opportunities the industry has to offer. We are aware this is a rapidly changing market and are committed to investing in the long-term goals of our employees. We love being engaged in the wider tech community and frequently present at events, sponsor events such as Big Data London, SQLBits and organise leading community events including Databricks and Microsoft Data & AI meetups around the UK, and the Global AI Bootcamp London.

Aside from offering a competitive salary, we have a great set of benefits and perks including, but not limited to:

• Industry matching Maternity & Paternity policy
• Private Medical & Dental Care plus Eye care scheme
• 25 Days Annual Leave, Birthday Leave & Charity Leave
• Away days with the team
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Flexible Working Hours

Advancing – Being part of a team that drives innovation and pushing boundaries of what’s possible. Our work redefines industry standards and challenges the status quo in the data world every day.

Come as you are – we are an inclusive company. When you work with us, rest assured you're working in a safe environment.

Zero burnout – We have seen it happen, and we never want to be a company that pushes our staff to breaking point.

We all level up together – we have each seen the benefit that being part of a community can have, it is transformational.

Transparency – We are big believers that there are no secrets in Advancing Analytics, and we try to live this day to day.

Equal opportunities for everyone

At Advancing Analytics both diversity and inclusion are a priority. We are all committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be their authentic selves.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer; all applicants will be considered without regard to age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity or disability status.

This role profile is intended to provide an overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for the Principal Data Engineering Consultant role. It is not an exhaustive list and may be subject to change to meet the needs of the organisation.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting