Senior Data Engineer

Frontline Group; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

28 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Income protection

Job summary

Frontline Group is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design, build and improve data pipelines, models, and assets underpinning our data platform. You will balance delivery speed with reliability while collaborating across technical and business teams in an informal hybrid setup.

The role focuses on scalable data pipelines, data quality, continuous improvement, and empowering analytics capabilities across our publishing and retail operations.

Qualifications

• Strong SQL skills and experience building data pipelines and transformations.
• Experience with Snowflake or a similar cloud-based data platform.
• Proven ETL/ELT development experience in production environments.
• Solid data modelling, structures and pipeline design understanding.
• Experience with workflow automation, scheduling and monitoring.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving across data systems.
• Understanding of data testing, reconciliation and quality controls.
• Scripting/programming experience, particularly Python.
• Experience with orchestration and version control tooling.
• Ability to work independently while balancing speed with resilience and maintainability.
• SAS programming skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and transformations to support reporting, operations and analytics.
• Develop trusted, reusable datasets and data assets within the Frontline data platform.
• Implement and improve data engineering standards, controls, monitoring, and automation.
• Investigate and resolve data issues, pipeline failures, and performance bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, reporting teams, and Data Quality & Assurance Analysts to deliver effective data solutions.
• Support ongoing development of the data platform and mentor Data Engineers.

Skills

SQL

Snowflake

ETL/ELT

Data modelling

Python

Data quality

Orchestration

Version control

SAS programming

Job description

Do you enjoy turning complex data into reliable, scalable solutions that help teams make better decisions? At Frontline Group, data plays a critical role in supporting operational decision‑making, reporting, and future analytics capabilities. We're looking for a Senior Data Engineer to help design, build, and continuously improve the data pipelines, models, and assets that underpin our data platform. If you're passionate about data engineering, enjoy making the complex simple, and thrive in an environment focused on continuous improvement, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. We're looking for someone who can balance delivery pace with quality and resilience, collaborate effectively across technical and business teams, and help drive the evolution of our data platform and engineering capability. We offer an informal hybrid working model, with a minimum of 8 office days every 4 weeks.

What you'll be doing:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and transformations that support reporting, operations, and analytics.
• Develop trusted, reusable datasets and data assets within the Frontline data platform.
• Implement and improve data engineering standards, controls, monitoring, and automation.
• Investigate and resolve data issues, pipeline failures, and performance bottlenecks.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, reporting teams, and Data Quality & Assurance Analysts to deliver effective data solutions.
• Support the ongoing development of the data platform while providing guidance and support to Data Engineers.

What we're looking for:

• Strong SQL skills and experience building data pipelines and transformations.
• Experience working with Snowflake or a similar cloud-based data platform.
• Proven experience developing ETL/ELT processes within a production environment.
• Good understanding of data modelling, data structures, and pipeline design principles.
• Experience with workflow automation, scheduling, and monitoring.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills across data systems.
• Understanding of data testing, reconciliation, and data quality controls.
• Strong scripting or programming experience, particularly Python.
• Experience with orchestration, transformation, and version control tooling.
• Ability to work independently while balancing delivery speed with resilience and maintainability.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across technical and business teams.
• SAS programming skills.

Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.

Please note Frontline Group is unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

About us

United by our mission to 'Make the Complex Simple', we connect some of the world's most recognised brands with consumers across retail, media, and premium environments. We're the UK's leading magazine distribution business and a leading retail solutions partner across publishing and home entertainment, made up of three business units – Frontline Distribution Solutions, Frontline Retail Solutions, and Gold Key Media. Through our three business units, we deliver market‑leading solutions across publishing, home entertainment, and global brand engagement. From managing the retail journey for iconic titles like Vogue, Grazia, Radio Times and Good Housekeeping, as well as leading children's brands such as Pokémon, Frozen and Barbie, to working with major publishers, film and music studios, and leading UK retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons and Waitrose, we play a critical role in bringing products to market. Our reach also extends to premium global environments, with brand placements across major travel hubs, four- and five‑star hotels, airport lounges, and internationally renowned events – partnering with world‑leading hospitality venues to engage high‑value audiences. Whether it's magazines, collectibles, books, music, film, or global brand campaigns, we combine deep industry expertise, strong partnerships, and innovative execution to deliver commercial success for our clients.

Our Culture

We're passionate about developing talent and supporting our people grow and thrive. Our people are at the heart of our success. You'll be part of a business that celebrates diversity and creates an environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Guided by our I ACT values – Impact, Ambition, Collaboration, and Trust – you'll work in a team that encourages innovation, drives sustainable performance, and supports your development, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact within a happy, high‑performing and inclusive working environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and lifestyle, including: 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) Contributory pension, including life assurance, and income protection Informal hybrid working arrangements, combining in