Senior Data Developer

Leeds Building Society; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building society in Leeds seeks a Senior Data Developer to contribute to the development and implementation of the Data Strategy. This role involves mentoring colleagues and requires strong communication, advanced SQL, and Azure skills. Candidates with a proven track record in data analytics and problem-solving abilities are encouraged to apply. The position offers a hybrid work model, annual bonuses, and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 12%

Matched pension contributions up to 10%

26 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Colleague Mortgage and Saver products

Electric vehicle / Cycle to Work scheme

2 days’ volunteering per year

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills to convey complex issues clearly.
• Experience in data analytics to provide insights and recommendations.
• Strong proficiency in using Azure/Databricks.
• Advanced SQL skills for data manipulation and queries.
• Ability to interpret user requirements to design effective solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Mentoring experience for less experienced colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of the society-wide Data Strategy.
• Coach and mentor less experienced team members.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proven track record in data analytics

Experience of using Azure/Databricks

Advanced SQL skills

Analytical and problem‑solving abilities

Ability to mentor less experienced colleagues

Job description

How you'll help us live our purpose

We’ve been helping our members save for their future and buy their own home since 1875. Join us and you’ll play a big role in helping us to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.

It’s a purpose that drives everything we do. And you can play your part too – join our Data team as a Senior Data Developer.

How you'll make a difference

You will be a role model within the team, contributing heavily towards the development and implementation of the society-wide Data Strategy, as well as coaching and mentoring less experienced colleagues.

What will you bring to the role?

• Strong communication skills – able to communicate complex issues simply and clearly, share ideas and knowledge with others and challenge in a cross‑functional environment
• Proven track record in data analytics – providing insight as well as recommendations
• Strong experience of using Azure/Databricks
• Advanced SQL skills
• Ability to interpret user requirements to design & build effective solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to mentor less experienced colleagues

And in return, you’ll get the best from us

• Annual bonus of up to 12%
• Matched pension contributions up to 10%
• 26 days holiday, plus bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme
• Colleague Mortgage and Saver products
• Electric vehicle / Cycle to Work scheme
• 2 days’ volunteering per year

We’ll give you a place to belong with the support to learn, develop and shape a meaningful career.

Why choose us?

Our business is centred around our people. Our colleagues are at the heart of everything we do, as shown by our Inclusive Employers Gold accreditation in 2023 and 2025. We’re committed to equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

You’ll be joining a truly purpose‑focused culture which helped us win the Leading with Purpose award at the 2023 Business Culture Awards. This recognises how we’ve embedded our purpose with our colleagues, and the actions we’ve taken to put home ownership within reach of more people, generation after generation.

Why wait? Apply now

We’d love to hear from you. But don’t wait around – we may close the advert early and we’d hate for you to miss out.

We’re devoted to creating a culture and workplace that is representative of the communities we serve. If you’d like to work with us but are unsure if you meet the full criteria for a role, please contact the recruiter so we can find out more about your skills and experience. We’re committed to supporting you to be at your best – to discuss any reasonable adjustments we could make, please contact us on [e-mail].

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