Senior Azure Data Engineer

Greggs; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Share schemes

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Greggs is seeking a Senior Azure Data Engineer to join our Data Platform team in Newcastle upon Tyne. You will build and optimize data pipelines on the Azure cloud using Databricks, Data Factory and Delta Lake, delivering scalable solutions for analytics and AI initiatives.

You will mentor colleagues, design data models, and partner with data scientists and business stakeholders to ensure high-quality data products and compliant practices.

Qualifications

• Requires deep knowledge of cloud data platforms and design of scalable data pipelines.
• Experience with Azure-based data services and Databricks in a data-driven environment.
• Ability to mentor teammates and collaborate with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support team members to foster a collaborative environment.
• Develop data ingestion solutions on the Azure platform for scalable data workflows.
• Design and maintain robust ETL/ELT processes for diverse data sources.
• Implement DataOps practices to streamline data lifecycle and improve delivery.
• Design and manage CI/CD pipelines for data workflows.
• Ensure data quality, security and compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts and business stakeholders to address needs.
• Stay current with Azure ecosystem trends to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Databricks

Advanced cloud

Data engineering

Mentoring

Problem solving

Tools

Databricks

Azure Data Lake

Azure Data Factory

Azure Logic Apps

Azure Function Apps

Delta Lake

Python

Fabric

Job description

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Monday to Friday, however some flexibility may be required depending on business needs

Contract Hours:

Full time

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne

Closing Date:

22/11/2026

Job Category:

Head Office

Region / Site:

Head Office

Business Unit:

IT & Business Change

Vacancy Information

We have a fantastic opportunity to join the growing Data Platform team at Greggs as a Senior Azure Data Engineer. You will be part of the team responsible for ensuring high quality data is sourced and curated in our Azure cloud platform and to ensure that this is a foundation for growth for all data, analytic and AI services.

Your involvement will span the entire data lifecycle: from orchestrating data ingestion into our Azure Data Lake, designing and developing sophisticated data models for analytics, to deploying Azure Logic Apps and Function Apps for process automation. With tools like Databricks, Data Factory, Azure SQL Server, and Python you will help formulate a data driven platform and develop data pipelines that convert raw data into actionable insights in line with our strategy.

A logical mind and appetite for problem solving is key to this role. As a senior engineer you will help to mentor your colleagues, providing technical guidance and oversight, championing efficient ways of working, and collaborating closely with stakeholders to prioritise activity. A knowledge and enthusiasm for machine learning and how that could enhance the data offering at Greggs would be very advantageous.

We can offer you:

25 days (5 weeks) annual leave, pro-rated, increasing with service(in addition to bank holidays), plus 1 additional floating day

Management Bonus Scheme which is worth up to 12.5% of your salary

Profit share: We want everyone to share in the success of the business, so we distribute 10% of our profits to all our employees whohave at least 6-month service, or more, each year

Private Medical Insurance which is free for you and subsidised for your dependants

Permanent Health Insurance which is a replacement income scheme

You will automatically join our Greggs pension scheme which is a fantastic way to save for your retirement and allows you to benefit from employer contributions and tax advantages

Defined contribution management pension scheme

Death in service benefit which provides a lump-sum payment equal to 4 times your year’s salary

Colleague discount, up to 50% off our own-produced products

Share save schemes that let you buy discounted Greggs shares, by saving a set amount of money over a fixed time, to have an even bigger share of our profits

Career progression and learning and development

Employee Assistance Programme; A free, confidential helpline, offering advice and support with financial, relationship, work-relatedand wellbeing issues, 24 hours a day, 365daysa year. Including a mobile app providing a range of wellness content on physical, mental, social,andfinancial wellbeing

Perks and savings, such as digital gift card discounts, online cashback, in-store and online couponsand lifestyle offers

Cycle to Work scheme

Colleague Networks – internal groups where colleagues and their allies can share their own experiences, offer feedback on the way we do things at Greggs, andprovide support to one another

About the role

• This is a full time permanent role
• We know that having a work-life balance is important, so we offer our colleagues as much flexibility as possible in line with the needs of their role
• The base location for this role is Newcastle Upon Tyne

What you'll do

• Guide and support your team members, encouraging and supporting a collaborative and productive work environment
• Develop and implement data ingestion solutions on the Azure platform, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. Leveraging technologies such as Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Delta Lake, and Python
• Design and maintain robust ETL/ELT processes to integrate data from various sources into Azure data services
• Help to implement DataOps practices to streamline and automate the data lifecycle, ensuring faster delivery and higher quality of data products
• Design and manage CI/CD pipelines for data workflows to facilitate automated testing and deployment
• Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with industry standards and best practices
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders, to understand and address their data needs
• Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in the Azure ecosystem, other technologies/methods, and data engineering, helping to drive continuous improvement within the team

About you

You will fit right into this role if you:

• Can demonstrate advanced knowledge of cloud services, preferably focussing on Databricks; ideally working with Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Function Apps and Fabric, alongside a skillset incorporating data modelling techniques and business data requirement comprehension, documentation and communication
• Are able to work efficiently in a dynamic environment, with a focus on detail and accuracy and have a keenness to problem solve
• Hold a steadfast commitment to data security and ability to guide others in this area
• Are keen to understand the commercial drivers of the business and can build data solutions to drive growth

About Greggs

Here at Greggs, we love what we do, and we have fun! What makes Greggs so special is our culture – the way we are, the way we behave and the way we support each other. We're hard-working, but above all else we're family; and it doesn't matter who you are, where you're from or what your favourite bake is, we’d love you to join us! We want everyone to feel welcome at Greggs and our colleagues to be able to be themselves at work, whatever their background, preferences, or views.