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Hours: 35 hrs, Hybrid
Closing Date: Tue, 27 May 2025

We're seeking a talented Senior Data Engineer to help shape our data platform's future. If you are passionate about cloud technologies, agile delivery, and creating value through data, this role might be perfect for you.

Not just another building society. We are the fourth largest in the UK and are a mutual organization owned by our members. Our colleagues say Skipton is a great place to work, and we welcome your ideas to keep customers at the heart of what we do.

You will join our expanding Engineering team, collaborating with Data and Software Engineers and engaging with stakeholders across our Technology function and wider business. Your role is pivotal in driving innovative solutions aligned with our change agenda, helping to shape the organization’s future.

1. Advancing our Data Strategy by transitioning from traditional on-premises infrastructure to a cloud-based architecture.
2. Contributing to our cloud-native Data Platform using Microsoft Azure technologies such as Azure Databricks, Azure Data Factory, and dbt.
3. Collaborating with Data Engineers, Analysts, and other colleagues to deliver trusted data solutions that meet organizational needs.
4. Participating in process improvements, innovation, and Agile delivery practices.
5. Providing mentorship and participating in design and code reviews.

• Experience in developing Azure Data solutions.
• Knowledge of data modeling principles and ETL/ELT solutions.
• Experience with Enterprise Data Warehouses, data analysis, testing, and release management.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies, CI/CD tools, and full software development lifecycle.
• Proficiency with Azure Databricks, Data Factory, Storage, Key Vault, Git, SQL (Spark SQL), and Python (PySpark).
• Certifications: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Azure Data Fundamentals (DP-900).
• Curiosity about technology, adaptability, agility, and a collaborative mindset.
• Willingness to mentor colleagues and support team growth.

Skipton values work/life balance with hybrid and flexible working options, a vibrant head office, and benefits including bonuses, holidays, pension contributions, mortgage support, salary sacrifice schemes, training, private medical insurance, volunteering days, and inclusive networks. We prioritize your health and wellbeing with initiatives like cycle-to-work and gym discounts.