Senior Data Engineer - Leeds Based

Lorien; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking Senior Data Engineers to join their new startup engineering team in Leeds. This role offers the chance to provide exceptional Data Engineering services to major Public Sector organizations. You'll be at the forefront of building a new engineering capability, contributing to a culture of collaboration and growth. Ideal candidates will have experience with Python, SQL, and cloud technologies, and a passion for data security and problem-solving. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in data engineering with prominent languages like Python and SQL.
• Understanding of system architecture with a focus on data security.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues effectively.

Skills

Python

Scala

Spark

SQL

Data Engineering

Problem Solving

Data Security

Education

UK National Security Vetting

Tools

Oracle

MySQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

GCP

Quantexa

Palantir

DataBricks

Job description

Senior Data Engineers with a background are required by this major client, who is creating a new start up engineering capability in their Leeds offices, where you will provide best in class Data Engineering services to a wide range of major Public Sector organisations.

As a result of the work that they do, this client requires applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national. Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirements.

In order to secure one of these Senior Data Engineer roles you must be able to demonstrate the following experience:

• Experience in prominent languages such as Python, Scala, Spark, SQL.
• Experience working with any database technologies from an application programming perspective - Oracle, MySQL, Mongo DB etc.
• Experience with the design, build and maintenance of data pipelines and infrastructure.
• Understanding of design practices and system architecture with a focus on data security.
• Excellent problem solving skills with experience of troubleshooting and resolving data-related issues.

Skills they would love to see:

• Experience in data engineering/analytics/architecture using native technologies of at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Interest in building Machine learning and Data science applications.
• Ability to use a wide variety of open-source technologies.
• Knowledge and experience using at least one Data Platform Technology such as Quantexa, Palantir, and DataBricks.
• Knowledge of test automation frameworks and ability to automate testing within the pipeline.

This is an opportunity for significant growth, but with a start-up feel and mentality. In this role you will have the chance to build and be part of a new concept. This client is creating an onshore engineering team to gain access to a new segment of the technology market where there is opportunity for significant growth. They are looking for people to help establish the culture and ways of working of the team so we are well placed to make the most of this opportunity.