Senior Data Engineer

Qodea; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in the UK seeks a Senior Data Engineer to design and maintain scalable data pipelines. You will utilize innovative tools on projects for high-profile clients including Google and PayPal, making tangible impacts. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cloud platforms, SQL, and big data technologies, alongside strong analytical skills. This role offers competitive compensation, a generous benefits package, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Join us to drive your career forward in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Matching pension scheme

Discretionary bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

36 days annual leave

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience with large complex data sets.
• Proven track record in technical decision-making.
• Willingness to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain scalable data pipelines.
• Implement data governance policies.
• Collaborate with data scientists for data models.

Skills

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

SQL proficiency

Big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Hive)

Python

Data governance

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Tools

Google Cloud

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Apache Airflow

Job description

Work where work matters.

Elevate your career at Qodea, where innovation isn't just a buzzword, it's in our DNA.

We are a global technology group built for what's next, offering high calibre professionals the platform for high stakes work, the kind of work that defines an entire career. When you join us, you're not just taking on projects, you're solving problems that don't even have answers yet.

You will join the exclusive roster of talent that global leaders, including Google, Snap, Diageo, PayPal, and Jaguar Land Rover call when deadlines seem impossible, when others have already tried and failed, and when the solution absolutely has to work.

Forget routine consultancy. You will operate where technology, design, and human behaviour meet to deliver tangible outcomes, fast. This is work that leaves a mark, work you’ll be proud to tell your friends about.

Qodea is built for what’s next. An environment where your skills will evolve at the frontier of innovation and AI, ensuring continuous growth and development.

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to deliver solutions that surpass our customers expectations, by utilising cutting‑edge tools and technologies.

We look for people who embody:

Innovation to solve the hardest problems.

Accountability for every result.

Integrity always.

About The Role

The purpose of this role is to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure that enable the efficient processing and analysis of large, complex data sets.

This role is designed for impact, and we believe our best work happens when we connect. While we operate a flexible model, we expect you to spend time on site (at our offices or a client location) for collaboration sessions, customer meetings, and internal workshops.

What You’ll Do

Develop and maintain automated data processing pipelines using Google Cloud:

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines to support data ingestion, ETL, and storage
• Build and maintain automated data pipelines to monitor data quality and troubleshoot issues

Implement and maintain databases and data storage solutions:

• Stay up‑to‑date with emerging trends and technologies in big data and data engineering
• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and completeness

Implement and enforce data governance policies and procedures to ensure data quality and accuracy:

• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to design and optimise data models for analytical and reporting purposes
• Develop and maintain data models to support analytics and reporting
• Monitor and maintain data infrastructure to ensure availability and performance

What Success Looks Like

• Experience in contributing to technical decision making during in‑flight projects.
• A track record of being involved in a wide range of projects with various tools and technologies, and solving a broad range of problems using your technical skills.
• Demonstrable experience of utilising strong communication and stakeholder management skills when engaging with customers
• Significant experience with cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle.
• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Hive.
• Familiarity with data warehousing and ETL tools such as Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery, or Apache Airflow.
• Proficiency in Python and at least one other programming language such as Java, or Scala.
• Willingness to mentor more junior members of the team.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Here's how we invest in you:

Compensation and Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive base salary.
• Matching pension scheme (up to 5%) from day one.
• Discretionary company bonus scheme.
• 4 x annual salary Death in Service coverage from day one.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Tech Scheme.

Health and Wellness

• Private medical insurance from day one.
• Optical and dental cash‑back scheme.
• Help@Hand app: access to remote GPs, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapy.
• EAP service.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Work-Life Balance and Growth

• 36 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
• An extra paid day off for your birthday.
• Ten paid learning days per year.
• Flexible working hours.
• Market‑leading parental leave.
• Sabbatical leave (after five years).
• Work from anywhere (up to 3 weeks per year).
• Industry‑recognised training and certifications.
• Bonusly employee recognition and rewards platform.
• Clear opportunities for career development.
• Length of Service Awards.
• Regular company events.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Qodea, we champion diversity and inclusion. We believe that a career in IT should be open to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or neurotype. We value the unique talents and perspectives that each individual brings to our team, and we strive to create a fair and accessible hiring process for all.