Data Engineer

Elford
3 weeks ago
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Data Engineer

£50,000 - £60,000 plus benefits including flexible working, generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, enhanced pension and lots more

Tamworth, B79 (remote / WFH – 2-3 days per month in the office)

Keywords: Data Engineer, Data Engineering, Data Analysis, SQL, ETL, Data Modelling, Python, PySpark, Azure, Data Models, Data Pipelines, Telecommunication, Telecoms, Fabric

My client, a well-established Telecommunications provider with an excellent reputation, is looking to recruit an experienced Data Engineer on a permanent basis.

Reporting to the Head of IT and guided by a team of experts, this newly created Data Engineer position has been introduced to enhance customer experience and drive efficiency through data. Experience in data engineering is a must, as is experience with SQL, ETL, data modelling, Python, PySpark and Azure. If that sounds like you, please do get in touch!

Data Engineer Responsibilities:

Design and implement robust data pipelines and systems that can scale alongside the business

Support the business through business intelligence and analytics by building and maintaining data models

Use Azure to compose and manage data workflows

Extract and transform data using SQL / PySpark

Write and maintain code in Python and PySpark

Collaborate with Analysts and Data Scientists to understand data requirements

Deliver data solutions, using your nose for data to perform analysis and troubleshoot data-related issues

Data Engineer Skills and Experience:

Experience gained as a Data Engineer/Data Analyst

Proficient in SQL and data modelling and possesses strong Python and PySpark skills

Experience within Azure Data Factory and Microsoft Fabric would be an advantage

Detail-orientated and meticulous, combined with strong problem-solving skills

My client offers a stable and supportive working environment. They are looking for an experienced candidate who will stay with them for the long-term and build a team. They offer flexible working (remote with 2-3 office days per month) and benefits including; 28 days holiday, your birthday off, BUPA healthcare, matched pension contributions and a monthly half day for wellbeing.

Sound interesting and something you would like to be part of? Apply today!

Integral Recruitment is acting as an employment agency in regard to this vacancy

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