Senior Data Engineer

FOOTASYLUM; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading omni-channel retailer in the UK is looking for a Senior Data Engineer in Rochdale. In this role, you will design and deliver data products while improving standards and mentoring junior team members. The position offers opportunities for growth within a supportive and diverse environment focused on data-driven decision-making.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Data Engineering roles.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies.
• Experience with Data Warehouse solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, deliver, and improve data products.
• Assist BI and Analytics teams.
• Oversee projects involving data ingestion.

Skills

Data Engineering

Azure SQL

Databricks

Data Factory

Kimball Methodology

Cloud Technologies

DevOps Practices

Google Analytics

Job description

The Opportunity

We're hiring for a Senior Data Engineer to maintain and deliver data products in line with business requirements, enabling data-driven decision making. You will understand business needs, design, and deliver cloud solutions that facilitate data analysis across the organization.

You will share knowledge and experience with junior team members, help improve coding standards, and deepen knowledge of Azure cloud products and languages. You will also describe complex concepts to enhance team understanding and demonstrate best practices.

Collaboration with the BI team will be essential to provide optimal solutions for our customers, advancing our platform and exploring Data Engineering concepts. You will advocate for data within the business, showcasing the benefits of a well-designed data platform for internal stakeholders.

The Team

The data team is a key enabling function across the business, consisting of Business Intelligence Developers and Data Engineers working closely together. We design solutions collaboratively, share best practices, and promote knowledge sharing and self-development within the team.

About You

We seek a driven individual with a keen eye for detail, committed to producing accurate, visually appealing reports. Comfort liaising with technical teams to understand how business processes are reflected in data is preferred.

What you will do:

• Design, deliver, and improve data products efficiently.
• Develop and enhance the data warehouse, creating facts and dimensions for analysis.
• Assist BI and Analytics teams in interpreting requirements and delivering engineering solutions.
• Continuously seek new methods or technologies to optimize data ingestion and self-service.
• Promote data awareness across the business by identifying and presenting data engineering solutions.
• Enable junior team members through knowledge sharing, pairing, and coaching.
• Improve team workflows, participate in peer reviews, QA, and releases.
• Oversee projects involving data ingestion or production, providing technical advice and education on Data Engineering best practices.

Skills needed:

• 5+ years in Data Engineering roles.
• Experience with Databricks, Data Factory, Azure SQL, Azure SQL DW.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and their application to business problems.
• Experience with Kimball Methodology and Star Schemas.
• Experience with Enterprise Data Warehouse solutions.
• Working with structured and unstructured data.
• Google Analytics data experience is a plus.
• Retail industry experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies and DevOps practices, including scaling, cost management, CI/CD, and cost-saving strategies.
• Commitment to improving coding and technology standards across the team.

Why Footasylum?

We are a leading omni-channel retailer in the UK and a great place to work. We value your development, offer opportunities for upward and lateral movement, and provide training to enhance your skills. Our goal is to foster a fun, supportive environment where your success matters.

Diversity

We value diversity for the fresh perspectives it brings to building services for our customers and business. Diversity also means creating happy teams of people eager to learn and inspired by each other's backgrounds and experiences.

Recruitment Process

We review applications individually. If your profile fits, we'll invite you for an informal chat via call or Teams to discuss the role and see if we're a good match. We promote open, honest conversations in a friendly environment. Please note, this role requires attendance at our Head Office in Rochdale in a hybrid capacity.