At Clarion, our people are at the absolute heart of what we do. We’re proud that our core values ofPASSION,CARE,IMAGINATION, andTRUSTdefine the way we carry out our work across all of our exhibitions and conferences.
If you share our values and want to be a part of a successful, dynamic, and creative global business then we want to hear from you.
The Opportunity:
Clarion Digital has an exciting yet ambitious plan to scale our existing digital business model and diversify into other digital media products across multiple Clarion portfolios.
To support this growth, Clarion requires an outstanding Azure Data Engineer to join the Data and Analytics team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing data migration solutions. Your expertise in Azure services, data integration, and Terraform will be essential as we build innovative solutions for our transformation programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Data Migration: Migrate data from existing Big Data platforms into Dynamics 365, Data Verse and other Azure data environments. Migrating from hand-rolled Code-based ETL processes to modern Azure Cloud Computing solutions
- Data Aggregation: Aggregate from smaller data sources and SaaS platforms into our Microsoft data environments
- Azure Development: Utilize Azure Data Factory, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps to create robust data pipelines and workflows.
- Data Pipelines: Designing and building of data pipelines in Azure Data Factory and SSIS with Kingsway Soft.
- Integration: Integrate data from various sources into D365 and Data Verse, ensuring data consistency and quality.
- Infrastructure Management: Use Terraform for provisioning and managing infrastructure as code (IaC) to ensure consistent and scalable environments.
- Code Management: Utilise Git for version control and codebase management.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, marketing, and customer success, to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
- Automation: Implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to automate deployment processes and ensure efficient data migration.
- Monitoring and Optimization: Monitor data pipelines and workflows, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance for scalability and reliability.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Proven experience as an Azure Data Engineer, with a strong background in data migration and integration.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Azure services, including Azure Data Factory, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Fabric and Data Verse.
- Experience with Terraform for infrastructure management.
- Strong understanding of data integration techniques and best practices.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Azure DevOps.
- Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and collaboration skills.
- Preferred Experience: Experience with Dynamics 365 (D365), Kingsway Soft, Microsoft Power Platform.
- Certifications: Azure Data Engineer Associate (preferred).
About Clarion Events
Clarion Events is one of the world’s leading event organisers, producing and delivering innovative and market-leading events since 1947. (https://clarionevents.com/welcome)
Clarion Events embrace diversity and equal opportunities in all that we do. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Clarion is private equity backed and owned by Blackstone. Blackstone is one of the world’s leading global investment funds, investing capital for the long term in order to build successful, resilient businesses. (https://www.blackstone.com/)
Our purpose is to deliver exceptional customer outcomes and experiences, by making every connection count.
Our vision is we want every one of our products to be a market leader in customer satisfaction and delight.
Benefits
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- End of year wellbeing shutdown (closed for the last week of the year)
- Celebration day off (e.g. birthday, Diwali, Eid, etc)
- Summer Hours in August (3pm finish on Fridays)
- Helping Our World (HOW) Days – one paid day per quarter to carry out charity work
- Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- Health Cash Plan
- Wellbeing Library (MYNDUP)
- Mentoring Programme
- Subsidised Café
- Season Ticket Loan
- Cycle to Work Schemes
- Free on-site gym and shower facilities
- Free eyesight tests
- Free flu vaccination – offered on site once a year for all employees