Senior-Principal Data Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading start-up in Central London seeks a Senior-Principal Data Engineer to enhance its Data function. The role involves scaling a data-heavy platform while collaborating with a small engineering team and stakeholders in a hybrid working model. Candidates should have experience in contemporary Data Warehousing and ETL processes, especially in a start-up environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Data Engineer scaling data-heavy platforms.
• Strong understanding of ETL pipelines and Data Architectures.
• Experience working in high-growth start-up or scale-up environments.

Responsibilities

• Building, scaling, and maintaining data infrastructure in AWS & GCP.
• Collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Data Engineering

ETL pipelines

Data Architecture

AWS

GCP

Collaboration

Communication Skills

Job description

Senior-Principal Data Engineer, Watford, Hertfordshire

Client:

Oliver Bernard

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Data Engineer - London based Start-Up

Hybrid working in Central London

Oliver Bernard has partnered with a Central London based start-up company that is looking to expand its Data function. You will join a small engineering team aiming to make a significant impact within the Telecoms industry.

The key focus of this role is building, scaling, and maintaining their AWS & GCP data infrastructure, with proficiency in modern Data Warehousing and scalable ETL processes.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a start-up environment, collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, where strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

Key skills and requirements:

• Experience as a Data Engineer scaling data-heavy platforms
• Strong understanding of ETL pipelines and Data Architectures
• Experience with modern Data Warehousing tools
• AWS/GCP experience
• Experience working in high-growth start-up or scale-up environments (essential)

Note: Hybrid working in Central London. Visa sponsorship is unavailable; candidates must be UK-based.