Senior Data Platform Engineer

P&I Insurance Services; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Data Infrastructure and Analytics is seeking a Senior Data & Platform Engineer to lead a team and manage Azure-based projects. The role involves hands-on engineering, architecture, and best practices in data management. Candidates should have extensive experience with Azure Fabric, Power BI, and data pipelines. This position offers a hybrid work model after a probation period.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in an enterprise environment.
• 3+ years' experience as a Data Platform Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Manage a small team of mid-level Data Engineers.
• Be the go-to expert for Data Engineering and Azure.

Skills

Customer Service

Analytical Skills

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

Azure Fabric

Python

Spark

Data Factory

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Senior Data & Platform Engineer

Salary £70,000 - £90,000

Location: London - Canary Wharf

Work Model: Once the successful candidate has passed their 3-month probation period, they will be able to work on a hybrid model, averaging 2 days in the office and 3 days from home, with flexibility for meetings as needed.

I am looking for an experienced data engineer with strong skills in Fabric or Azure data platforms. Experience in producing PowerBI Reports and working with data from APIs is essential.

Role Overview

The Senior Data & Platform Engineer will manage a small team of mid-level Data Engineers. This role reports directly to the Head of IT Development and will be the go-to expert for Data Engineering, Azure, and Azure Fabric.

The company uses both Azure Cloud (Azure Data Lakes, Power Apps, etc.) and the new Azure Fabric environment. Ideally, candidates should have some Azure Fabric skills.

This is a senior, hands-on engineering role involving new architecture, best practices, and team leadership. It requires solid experience with Power Platform, Power Apps, building data pipelines with Azure, Data API development, and Data Factory.

Skills Required

• A proactive attitude with strong customer service skills.
• Exceptional technical skills and innovative solutions.
• Strong desire to learn and improve.
• High-quality documentation skills.
• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think broadly and strategically.
• Initiative and multi-tasking abilities.
• Teamwork and independent working skills.
• Desire to excel and overachieve.
• Critical thinking and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong diligence and judgment.
• 5+ years' experience in an enterprise environment.
• 3+ years' experience as a Data Platform Engineer or similar, with Microsoft Fabric and Power Platform.
• Experience with Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, DAX, and Power Query.
• Experience with Python or Spark for data processing.
• Experience with API data ingestion, including authentication and pagination.
• Knowledge of machine learning and AI integration within Microsoft Fabric.
• Experience working in Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO27001 certified organizations.
• Experience with SharePoint and Teams.

Additional Details

• Senior Level: Mid-Senior
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Engineering and IT
• Industries: Data Infrastructure and Analytics