Senior Data Engineer

Phoenix; Hollywood; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Data Engineer, where you will design and optimize analytics solutions on cloud platforms, specifically leveraging Databricks. In this role, you'll collaborate with data scientists and engineers to enhance business processes and customer experiences. With a commitment to inclusivity and a focus on innovative solutions, this position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will drive significant impact. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits, and the opportunity to work in a hybrid model, making a difference in the lives of millions across the UK.

Benefits

Private medical cover

38 days annual leave

Pension

Life assurance

Career breaks

Income protection

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Engineer with cloud and Databricks expertise.
• Strong skills in Python, Scala, or SQL; experience with data modeling and warehousing.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize analytics infrastructure on cloud platforms like Azure.
• Manage data storage, processing, and retrieval; develop data pipelines.

Skills

Python

Scala

SQL

Cloud Platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)

Data Modeling

Data Warehousing

Problem-Solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Databricks

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

Job description

We have an incredible opportunity to join us here at Phoenix as a Senior Data Engineer in our Engineering & Delivery function with Group IT.

Job Details

1. Job Type: Permanent
2. Location: Wythall, Telford, or Edinburgh (hybrid work model)
3. Flexible working: Part-time, job-share, and other flexible options available; discussed during recruitment
4. Closing Date: 28/02/2025
5. Salary & Benefits: £45,000 - £55,000 + 16% bonus (up to 32%), private medical cover, 38 days annual leave, pension, life assurance, career breaks, income protection, volunteering days

Who Are We?

We aim to be the best workplace for our 6,600 colleagues. As the UK’s largest long-term savings and retirement business, we offer products across brands like Standard Life, SunLife, Phoenix Life, and ReAssure. About 1 in 5 UK residents has a pension with us. We are committed to transitioning to net zero by 2050 and other key initiatives.

The Role

As a Senior Data Engineer, you will design, implement, and optimize analytics solutions on cloud platforms, focusing on Databricks. You will collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and engineers to embed data and analytics into our business processes, improving customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

1. Design and optimize analytics infrastructure on cloud platforms like Azure.
2. Manage data storage, processing, and retrieval; develop data pipelines.
3. Act as the Databricks subject matter expert, developing notebooks for data exploration and modeling.
4. Enhance Databricks workflows for performance and scalability.
5. Integrate diverse data sources and ensure data security and compliance.
6. Collaborate with stakeholders to define analytics needs and document processes.

Qualifications

1. Proven experience as a Data Engineer with cloud and Databricks expertise.
2. Proficiency in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud) and analytics services.
3. Strong skills in Python, Scala, or SQL; experience with data modeling and warehousing.
4. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.

Our Commitment

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusive hiring. If you need adjustments during recruitment, let us know. We encourage early applications as adverts may be removed before the closing date.

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