Data Engineer

Robert Walters
Peterborough
5 days ago
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Data EngineerPeterborough (hybrid with occasional travel to the office)£50,000 to £70,000Permanent

I am currently recruiting for a Data Engineer to join a forward-thinking organisation based in Peterborough, where you will play a pivotal role in the ongoing transformation of their data infrastructure. Currently transitioning to Databricks, you will ensure seamless migration and optimisation of data pipelines.

Data Engineer - What will you be doing?

* Collaborating with team members to migrate existing data pipelines from legacy systems to the new Databricks platform.* Supporting the ongoing build-out of the Databricks environment by developing robust, scalable data solutions that meet current and future business needs.* Maintaining dual operations across both legacy and modern stacks, ensuring reliable data flow and system integrity during the transition period.* Contributing to the strategic roadmap for data engineering by providing insights, feedback, and technical recommendations that align with organisational goals.* Troubleshooting issues related to data integration, pipeline performance, and platform dependencies.* Working closely with other engineers and business users to understand requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and deliver effective solutions.

Data Engineer - What will you need?

* Experience working with Databricks or a similar cloud-based data platform is highly desirable for this role as it involves significant migration projects.* Solid understanding of building, maintaining, and optimising ETL/ELT pipelines using modern tools and technologies is essential for success.* Familiarity with managing dual environments involving both legacy systems (such as on-premise databases) and contemporary cloud solutions is beneficial.* Strong problem-solving skills combined with an analytical mindset enable you to address technical challenges efficiently while considering broader business impacts.* Demonstrated ability to design lakehouse architectures.* Experience implementing CI/CD pipeline management for reliable solution delivery.

Robert Walters are proud to specialise in BI & Data recruitment across the UK, offering amazing opportunities on a permanent and interim basis. We are also proud to be heading up the Data Leaders roundtables and PBI BRUM meetup group, bringing new and exciting networking opportunities to candidates and clients in the Midlands.

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