Senior Data Engineer

Role Overview

• Lead the Data Engineering aspects of the design and development of Squarcle’s product and platform development, including specifying data pipelines for multiple sources, formats, and frequencies (e.g. streaming, batched, API, unstructured, etc).
• Work on data engineering client engagements.
• Extraction, Transformation and Loading of data sets. Implementing and maintaining data pipelines and automation for data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of data engineering tooling.
• Work closely with product owners, infrastructure engineers, data scientists, front-end engineers and UI/UX consultants to create coherent, robust and sustainable outputs for client and internal projects.
• Work with client stakeholders to understand their business problems, technology, digital maturity, data sources, access protocols and security requirements to ensure the highest levels of data security.
• Contribute to project plans, designs and prototype solutions to demonstrate early benefit and value.
• Contribute to discussions and discovery workshops to understand the As-Is state and any existing digital change activity already underway.
• Work in an Agile manner, collaborating closely with clients and colleagues to iteratively refine and deliver the solution within the Discovery – Alpha – Beta – Live delivery model aligned to GDS standards.
• Engage with appropriate Agile ceremonies, ensuring necessary information (e.g. progress, releases, risks, issues) is shared with the product owner, project manager and other stakeholders.
• Work effectively in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution.
• Assist the Head of Digital in developing Squarcle’s Technology and Digital capabilities.
• Conduct performance reviews and annual appraisals for all direct reports.
• Lead, coach and mentor team members.

Requirements

• Demonstrable expertise in data engineering, including creating robust data pipelines for streamed, batched and on-demand data sources.
• Strong data modelling and analysis skills.
• Cloud and platform experience (Azure centric, strong understanding of Azure data services; Azure data factory etc.)
• Strong understanding of API based integrations. Experience with integrating to SaaS platforms.
• Strong SQL experience.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills – an analytical, innovative, and creative mindset.
• Experience supporting the designing and delivering of data and digital solutions to solve business problems and create enduring value for clients.
• A growth mindset, enthused by challenge and the opportunity for continuous learning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Aptitude to grasp new concepts and rapidly produce results.
• Ability to be self-directed and be an independent contributor to the team.
• Intellectual curiosity, exceptional client service, and a strong work ethic.
• A team player dedicated to contributing toward the outcome desired by the team.
• Ability to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and to think creatively to solve client issues.
• Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is a security check.

Tech Stack

• Azure
• Cloud
• SQL

Benefits

• Generous leave package 26 days of annual leave (including your birthday!) plus UK bank holidays — increasing to 27 days after three years, and 28 after seven years
• You’ll also get five extra days for your five and 10-year anniversaries
• Additional leave for members of the Reserve Forces and CFAV.
• Private medical insurance Provided once you’ve completed your probation.
• Recognition and rewards £1,000 referral bonus for successful hires
• Performance-related awards
• Milestone and life-event hampers to celebrate life’s big moments
• Development & learning Annual training week abroad
• Funding for qualifications that benefit both you and the business
• Travel & wellbeing Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted travel through funded railcards
• Pension Our pension provider is NOW Pensions, pension contributions are 3% employer and 5% employee
• We review our benefits regularly to ensure they stay competitive and meaningful
• so this list may evolve as we grow.