Principal Data Engineer

Overview

Looking for a role where you can truly influence how data engineering is done-while still getting stuck into the tech yourself?

Company

I'm working with a central data function in the financial services industry that's undergoing a full modernisation of their data platform. They've got technically advanced teams across the wider business and are now building out a core engineering team to unify, elevate and support that community.

Role

It's a strategic, hands-on role where you'll work closely with DevOps, Product, and business partners to unlock the value of data through modern, secure and governed pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on development work using Azure, Databricks, and Terraform (IaC)
• Support the migration from legacy platforms to a more modern cloud stack
• Act as a mentor and technical guide to the wider engineering team
• Collaborate with non-technical stakeholders to ensure delivery aligns to business needs
• Stay close to the ML lifecycle

Skills and Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with Azure
• Proficient in Databricks
• Skilled in Terraform and Infrastructure as Code practices
• Exposure to containers/Kubernetes
• Awareness of ML Ops concepts

Benefits

You will receive a salary, dependent on experience. Salary is up to £80,000 On top of the salary there are some fantastic extra benefits.