Data Engineer

Our client is an investment platform. Job Description This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and experienced Data Engineering team at our client, contributing significantly to the development of our state-of-the-art data platform using cutting-edge technology. As a Data Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, maintaining, and evolving our data infrastructure, ensuring it meets the growing needs of our business. You'll engage in end-to-end development, collaborate closely with key stakeholders and internal customers, and empower the organisation by enabling informed, data-driven decision-making.What does the job involve?The key responsibilities of the role are as follows:Collaborating with stakeholders to identify and refine data requirements, ensuring data is accessibility and alignment with business needs.Developing Data Warehousing solutions.Automating extract, load and transform (ELT) pipelines that follow modern CI/CD practices.Data Integration Design – Ensure development is scalable, efficient and future-proof.Data Modelling – Producing clear data models where necessary.Maintaining and continuously enhancing the data platform.Provisioning data from various sources.Create automated tests to ensure quality and integrity of data.Ensure data is compliant with our client's Data Governance and Data Classification policies.Maintain data dictionary.Maintain business level data model.Recommending and introducing new technology where needed.Core:Cloud data platforms (e.g. Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift)Data transformation technology such as DBTVisual Studio CodePythonCI automation systems such as JenkinsA git-based source control system such as BitBucketData Warehouse/Kimball methodologyData replication technology such as Fivetran HVR.Excellent problem-solving skills.Good communication skills and comfortable working with both technical and non-technical teamsOther:Good knowledge of IT products and systemsGood analytical skillsExcellent communication skills verbal and writtenAble to communicate with people at all levels confidently and effectivelyAble to prioritise work effectivelyCustomer focussedFlexible approach to work - team playerAdaptable to changing environmentSelf-motivatedEmbraces continuous learningPrevious experience working in an e-commerce and/or financial services businessAbility to use Docker and container orchestration toolsAWS cloud infrastructure including AWS CDKMS SQLNo SQL database such as MongoAI Tools such as CoPilot, Snowflake CortexAbout our clientWe believe investing should feel good. Whether you're looking for an ISA, pension or dealing account, whether you want to invest with the help of a financial adviser or do it yourself, we have easy-to-use solutions to suit people from all walks of life.We're one of the UK's fastest-growing investment platform businesses, trusted by everyone from professional financial advisers to first-time investors.Today, over 762,000customers trust us to manage more than £121.5billion of assets. By continually striving to make investing simpler and more accessible, we're helping more people take control of their financial futures.We're proud to be recognised as one of the UK's Best 100 Companies to Work For for six consecutive years, and a Great Place to Work® in 2025 and 2026, a reflection of our supportive and collaborative culture.What we offer25 days holiday, increasing with service + buy/sell scheme + bank holidays6% Pension with matched contributionsDiscretionary bonus schemeShare schemes (including free shares and BAYE)Health Cash Plan and discounted private healthcareFree onsite gymEnhanced family leave (subject to qualifying criteria)Travel and bike loan schemesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLife at our clientRegular social events including summer and Christmas partiesLearning and development opportunities tailored to youCasual dress codeFriendly, supportive team environmentOur ways of workingWe offer hybrid working, with a minimum of 50% of your working time per month spent in the office.For new starters, there's an initial period of full-time office working to help you settle in and build relationships.Inclusion & diversityWe're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to be themselves at work.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and make hiring decisions based on skills, experience and potential.JBRP1_UKTJ