Principle Engineer

Willis Towers Watson; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global risk management firm in London is seeking a Data Solutions Lead to design and implement scalable data solutions. This role involves building data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and delivering actionable insights through dashboards. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field and has experience in data engineering and Azure/Fabric. The position offers a competitive benefits package, including 25 days of annual leave, private healthcare, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Private healthcare

Life insurance

Defined contribution pension scheme

Cycle-to-work programme

Electric vehicle car scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in data engineering, pipeline development, or ETL processes.
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, SQL) and data integration tools.
• Ability to work in agile settings and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain CRB specific data pipelines using Corporate Azure/Fabric tools.
• Develop and deliver dashboards and actionable results using Corporate tools.
• Ensure high data quality and accuracy for CRB use cases.

Skills

Data engineering

Pipeline development

Scripting (Python, SQL)

Microsoft Azure/Fabric

Dashboard development (Tableau, Power BI)

Setting business rules for data quality

API familiarity

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration in agile settings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Reporting into Tech Data Leadership this role leads on the design and implementation of robust, scalable data solutions for Corporate Risk and Broking (CRB), ensuring technical excellence, CRB data pipelines, data quality and alignment with enterprise/R&B architecture, while delivering dashboards and actionable results to enhance risk and broking (R&B) operations. You will set business rules for data integration and quality, using Corporate Azure/Fabric tools to support innovative solutions. Collaborating with product owners and analysts, this role will ensure data flows and outputs drive CRB decision making. The role combines pipeline development and quality with dashboard delivery and results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field
• Experience in data engineering, pipeline development, or ETL processes
• Proficiency in scripting (Python, SQL) and data integration tools
• Expertise with Microsoft Azure/Fabric for data storage and processing
• Knowledge of corporate risk and broking (R&B) data needs
• Experience delivering dashboards or visualizations (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Skills in setting business rules for data quality and integration
• Familiarity with APIs and data architecture in cloud environments
• Ability to work in agile settings, collaborating with cross‑functional teams
• Strong problem‑solving skills for data pipeline and quality issues
• Proven delivery on data‑driven projects
• Ability to translate technical outputs into business‑relevant results

Enjoy a benefits package designed to help you thrive, both professionally and personally. You'll receive 25 days of annual leave plus an extra WTW day to relax and recharge. Our comprehensive health and wellbeing offering includes private healthcare, life insurance, group income protection, and regular health assessments, all giving you peace of mind. Secure your future with our defined contribution pension scheme, featuring matched contributions up to 10% from the company.

We support your growth and balance with hybrid working options, access to an employee assistance programme, and a fully paid volunteer day to make a difference in your community. On top of these, you can opt into a variety of additional perks including an electric vehicle car scheme, share scheme, cycle‑to‑work programme, dental and optical cover, critical illness protection, and much more. Start making the most of your career and wellbeing with a range of benefits tailored for you.

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please email [e-mail].

Responsibilities

Pipeline Development & Quality (≈ 60%) – Building Robust Data Infrastructure:

• Build and maintain CRB specific data pipelines using Corporate Azure/Fabric tools
• Set business rules for data integration, customization, and quality/fidelity
• Support data ingestion and validation (e.g., client portfolios, market feeds)
• Manage domain MDM to ensure consistent data for CRB applications
• Collaborate with IT to align pipelines with Corporate infrastructure
• Ensure high data quality (e.g., accuracy, completeness) for CRB use cases
• Leadership in relation to technical decision making and enabling a mentoring/coaching environment for junior engineering talent

Dashboard & Results Delivery (≈ 40%) – Enabling Actionable Insights:

• Develop and deliver dashboards and actionable results (e.g., risk and revenue visualizations) using Corporate tools (e.g., Tableau)
• Work with analysts and product owners to ensure outputs meet CRB needs
• Optimize data presentation for brokers and advisors, enhancing decision support
• Monitor dashboard performance, incorporating user feedback for improvements