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Senior Python Data Engineer - AI

Synechron

London

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GBP 60,000 - 85,000

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2 days ago

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Job summary

Synechron is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join their Data and AI Practice for a multi-year AI project with a leading financial institution. The ideal candidate will design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines, ensuring secure and efficient data flow for advanced analytics.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience with Python for data engineering tasks.
Strong proficiency in SQL and database management.
Hands-on experience with Databricks and Apache Spark.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimise data pipelines.
Build and maintain data infrastructure on Azure.
Collaborate with data scientists to support workflows.

Skills

Python programming

SQL

Databricks

Apache Spark

Data security best practices

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Azure cloud platform

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Synechron is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join their Data and AI Practice to work on a multi - year, AI programme of work within a leading financial institution.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a talented Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and infrastructure. Your work will ensure reliable, efficient, and secure data flow across systems, enabling advanced analytics, reporting, and business insights.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and optimise data pipelines
Build and maintain data infrastructure on cloud platforms (Azure)
Collaborate with data scientists and analysts to support data workflows
Ensure data security, reliability, and performance at scale
Monitor and troubleshoot data pipelines and systems

Qualifications & Skills:

x5 + experience with Python programming for data engineering tasks
Strong proficiency in SQL and database management
Hands-on experience with Databricks and Apache Spark
Familiarity with Azure cloud platform and related services
Knowledge of data security best practices and compliance standards
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Multi-Year Project - Flexible Start Date - Competitive Rates - London based (x3 days in office)

Synechron's Diversity Statement

Synechron are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We offer flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programmes to support our global workforce. Empowerment and collaboration are at the core of how we operate.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Information Technology and Engineering
Industries
Technology, Information and Internet and Financial Services

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