Senior Data Engineer - 7430

Cambridge University Press & Assessment; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 1,161,000 - 1,585,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO Coverage

Life Insurance

Paid Annual Leaves

Vesting/Retirement package

Career growth opportunities

Well-being programs

Flexible schedule and hybrid work

Cultural diversity collaboration

Job summary

Cambridge University Press & Assessment in Manila is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to lead the design, integration and governance of data solutions supporting Education Technology products and business operations. This role operates in a hybrid setup with two days in the Makati office, aligning with UK hours and a 3 PM–11 PM Manila time schedule.

You will design scalable data pipelines, define standards, and mentor teams while ensuring data quality, privacy and enterprise governance across the

Qualifications

• Significant experience in data engineering and data integration for enterprise-scale solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain scalable data pipelines, integrations, data models and analytical data services.
• Define data engineering standards, architecture patterns, integration approaches and best practices across the data domain.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and design guidance to Data Analysts, Data Engineers and project teams.
• Lead investigations and proof-of-concepts for complex data engineering, integration and platform issues.
• Ensure solutions support data quality, lineage, privacy, security, governance and enterprise architecture expectations.

Skills

Advanced SQL

Data modeling

ETL/ELT

Integration platforms

Cloud data platform

APIs

Event-driven architecture

Stakeholder management

Tools

Azure data services

AWS data services

Dataverse

Power Platform

Job description

Senior Data Engineer

Work setup: We operate in a hybrid work environment, and we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply.

Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 3PM to 11PM Manila time, overlaps with UK operating hours

Employment type: Permanent

Location: Makati City, Metro Manila

Pay range: Php 104,000 to Php 142,000

We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable with this salary range to apply.

Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organization proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to lead the design, integration and governance of data solutions that support Education Technology products, services and business operations.

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-renowned not-for-profit academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the prestigious University of Cambridge. With a legacy rooted in over 800 years of educational excellence, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and educators across the globe.

Joining Cambridge's second largest global office in the Philippines —operating for over 22 years with 1,300+ colleagues— means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. We are recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, reflecting our inclusive culture, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to the professional growth and well-being of our people. At Cambridge, we don't just publish books or deliver tests—we empower progress, inspire curiosity, and champion the pursuit of knowledge.

What can you get from Cambridge?

At Cambridge, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.

• Regular Employment on Day 1
• HMO Coverage and Life Insurance on Day 1
• Paid Annual Leaves (Vacation, Well-being, Flexible, Holiday, and Volunteering leaves)
• Vesting/Retirement package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Access to well-being programs
• Flexible schedule, hybrid work arrangement and work-life balance
• Opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches that will expand your horizons and enrich your understanding of different cultures

What will you do as a Senior Data Engineer?

Reporting to the Head of Technical Consulting and Analysis, your accountabilities will include:

• Design, develop and maintain scalable data pipelines, integrations, data models and analytical data services.
• Define data engineering standards, architecture patterns, integration approaches and best practices across the data domain.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and design guidance to Data Analysts, Data Engineers, Power Platform Developers and project teams.
• Lead investigations, proof-of-concepts and escalations for complex data engineering, integration and platform issues.
• Ensure solutions support data quality, lineage, privacy, security, governance and enterprise architecture expectations.

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?

An ideal candidate has the following qualities:

• Significant experience in data engineering, data integration or related technical roles, including enterprise-scale data solutions.
• Advanced SQL, data modelling, ETL/ELT, integration and cloud-based data platform knowledge.
• Experience working with APIs, integration platforms, event-driven architecture and modern data-engineering patterns.
• Ability to define technical standards, lead solution design and provide architectural guidance across multiple initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, mentoring, analytical and decision-making skills.

Desirable:

• Experience with Microsoft Azure data services, AWS data and analytics services, Dataverse or the Microsoft Power Platform.
• Knowledge of Power BI semantic modelling, data warehouse or lakehouse design, CI/CD and DevOps practices for data solutions.
• Experience with domain-driven design, education, assessment or Professional Development sector contexts.

Are you driven by desire to be part of a globally renowned institution that celebrates innovation, embraces inclusion, and empowers learners? Then, we invite you to Pursue your Potential with us.

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