Senior Data Engineer

The Role

Inov8 are looking for Senior Data Engineers to join our expanding team. You will be designing, developing and supporting a wide range of Python and PySpark solutions, based in AWS. The role will involve extensive programming, data preparation and reporting on a range of projects across various business areas and technologies.

We offer one day offsite each month to aid ongoing skills development and certification in your chosen specialities. The majority of our business is on site with clients in Edinburgh and we have an office in Edinburgh Park to provide flexible working. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional to take on a fresh challenge with a rapidly growing and dynamic company.

The key responsibilities of a Senior Data Engineers include, but are not limited to:

• Design, develop and support a wide range of data solutions using a range of platforms, software and coding toolsets including, but not limited to AWS, Azure, Python and PySpark.
• Data preparation, transformation and presentation using SQL on a number of different data platforms, such as SQL Server, Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Fabric.
• Collaborate with others to create and maintain training materials and training plans.
• Assist with developing both current and new client relationships.
• Maintain skillset, develop new skills and keep up to date with the evolution of tools and services.
• Deliver clear handover documentation to the client for any item of work.
• Communicate daily with stakeholders at all levels.

The Company

Inov8 are a professional services company specialising in data and cloud engineering. We have grown from a solid foundation of client delivery across financial and telecoms companies ensuring that quality and value are at the heart of everything we do.

Through engaging with our clients, listening to what is important to them and then delivering clear plans to achieve those goals (in the most efficient and cost-effective way) we continue to grow our reputation as a company that delivers on their promises, getting the most out of your data.

The Benefits

The benefits of being a Senior Data Engineer are:

• Excellent salary + opportunities for some flexible working with minimal travel
• Certification reward scheme
• Investment in skills and development
• Private medical care package
• Ongoing training and career progression

The Person

The key skills and qualities of a Senior Data Engineer:

• Excellent SQL / Python and relevant experience delivering data solutions
• Data Modelling or Architecture knowledge or experience
• Solution development experience
• Service recommendation knowledge
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage a team
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and learn quickly

The following skills and qualities are also highly desirable:

• AWS Certification
• Azure Data Factory and Databricks knowledge and experience
• Machine Learning experience
• Knowledge of physical database design
• Experience of Financial Services

The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship or visas), and be able to pass background checks.

If you are keen on joining this exciting, forward thinking company and taking the next step in your career, then please click the apply now button to find out more.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Data modelling: 2 years (required)
• Azure Data Factory: 2 years (preferred)
• Databricks: 1 year (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Edinburgh, EH12 9DT

Application deadline: 28/11/2024
Expected start date: 06/01/2025