Data Developer

Travel Chapter; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading travel company in Devon and Torbay is seeking a Data Developer to contribute to the design and maintenance of scalable data solutions. The ideal candidate has 1+ years of experience with Python and SQL, and will work in a collaborative environment focusing on high-quality data practices. This role offers opportunities for growth in data engineering skills and data-driven problem-solving within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of commercial experience in a data or development-focused role.
• Experience using Python as a core component of the role.
• Good understanding of databases and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain data solutions and applications.
• Support large-scale data migration activities.
• Collaborate with product and delivery colleagues.

Skills

Python

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

MySQL

MS SQL Server

GitLab

Job description

Overview

As a Data Developer, you'll be part of a product team contributing to the design, implementation and maintenance of scalable data solutions. You'll work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure data is accurate, reliable and fit for purpose across the business. Your work will play a key role in enabling seamless digital experiences across Travel Chapter's platforms.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining data solutions and applications using modern development tools
• Supporting large‑scale data migration activity across websites and applications
• Collaborating with product and delivery colleagues to support timely project delivery
• Supporting data quality processes to ensure accuracy, completeness and consistency
• Participating in code reviews to improve the quality of releases
• Assisting with troubleshooting and resolving production issues
• Keeping up to date with industry trends and best practices
• Providing out-of-hours support on a rota basis where required

Experience level

Ideally 1+ years' commercial experience in a data, API or development-focused role

We're open to candidates earlier in their career who can demonstrate strong foundations and a willingness to learn

Essential Experience

• Commercial experience using Python (core to the role)
• Experience working with data, APIs or data migrations, including websites or applications
• A good understanding of databases and SQL
• Experience with MySQL and/or MS SQL Server
• Understanding of testing strategies and quality-focused development
• Familiarity with Agile ways of working
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• PHP, JSON, AWS Lambdas
• Building or consuming APIs
• AWS or cloud infrastructure platforms
• Source control tools such as GitLab
• Experience with Salesforce
• Experience with Supercontrol

Skills that matter here

• Curious and keen to understand the bigger picture
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Able to test your own work to a good standard before passing to QA
• A confident problem-solver who can challenge constructively
• Diplomatic and thoughtful in how you approach conversations
• Able to balance quality with pragmatism when trade-offs are needed

If you enjoy data-driven problem solving and want to grow your Python and data engineering skills in a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

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