Senior Data Engineer

Hays
Blackburn
11 months ago
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Prestigious opportunity with a Market Leading Global Retail organisation for a Senior Data Engineer to join our success story in Blackburn. Following a period of significant growth, we are expanding our team to further drive the business forward.


You will be responsible for:-

  • Designing, building and maintaining scalable data pipelines using Python, MS SQL server and robust data pipelines to transform and store data.
  • Managing the process of developing and implementing data models, schemas and architecture solutions.
  • Working with stakeholders, data scientists and analysts to understand data requirements.
  • Providing insights into data trends and opportunities.
  • Work on processes to improve efficiency, reduce latency and ensure high data availability.
  • Monitoring, logging and alerting mechanisms to identify and resolve data-related issues.


If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK!

  • Strong technical background in data engineering, a deep understanding of modern data platforms.
  • Experienced in Python.
  • MS SQL Server and Power BI.
  • Extensive experience with big data technologies, cloud platforms, and database systems.
  • Ability to ensure the efficient, reliable, and secure flow of data across the organisation.


In return, you will be rewarded with flexible working hours, a bonus scheme, retail discount cards, free parking, an on-site restaurant, career development and training.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.


If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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