Senior Data Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Chatham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in supporting the company’s data transformation journey, modernizing its data infrastructure while maintaining critical SQL Server data warehouses. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage with stakeholders to deliver robust data solutions. This hands-on position offers a supportive environment that encourages mentoring and knowledge-sharing, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about data engineering and innovation.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a data engineering role.
• Deep knowledge of SQL Server, SSIS, and SSRS.
• Experience in regulated or financial environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop on-premise SQL Server data warehouses.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their development.

Skills

SQL Server

SSIS

SSRS

Data Engineering

Stakeholder Engagement

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Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office | On-site parking available

The Company

A long-established UK financial services provider is looking to hire a Senior Data Engineer as part of a major data transformation journey. With over 150 years of history and a strong reputation in specialist lending and retail banking, the organisation is modernising its data infrastructure, migrating from legacy systems to a fully cloud-based Azure environment.

Role Overview

As a Senior Data Engineer, you’ll play a key role in supporting the business’s operational and strategic data needs. This role focuses on maintaining and evolving critical on-premise SQL Server data warehouses, while also contributing to wider data transformation initiatives. You'll work end-to-end across the data lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams and engaging with stakeholders to design, document, and deliver robust data solutions. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role within a collaborative and supportive team environment, where mentoring and knowledge-sharing are actively encouraged.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Maintain and develop the on-premise SQL Server data warehouses that support daily business operations
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and deliver high-quality, scalable data products
• Document and present technical designs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders for feedback and approval
• Collaborate with a team of 10 Data Engineers and work closely with the broader data function (Architecture, BI, Governance, etc.)
• Support project delivery by contributing to initiatives that improve data accessibility, reporting, and operational efficiency
• Mentor junior engineers, providing technical guidance and support in their development
• Participate in team meetings, solution design sessions, and peer reviews to ensure consistent quality and best practices

What you’ll need:

• Extensive experience in a data engineering role
• Deep knowledge of SQL Server, SSIS, and SSRS
• Experience working in regulated or financial environments
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills