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Data Engineer – Python | Databricks | PySpark

DATAHEAD
London
5 days ago
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Data Engineer – Python | Databricks | PySpark

Company: Fortune 500 Financial Services firm

Location: Hybrid - London

Type: Permanent

Salary: £90k + 20% bonus + Exceptional Benefits

Exclusively via DATAHEAD


Are you a detail-oriented Python Developer who thrives in complex data environments?

Do you have hands-on experience withDatabricks,PySpark, and cloud-native data engineering?


We’re hiring aData Engineeron behalf of aFortune 500 firmundergoing a major data and analytics transformation. You’ll join a global Advanced Analytics function working at the cutting edge of data science, engineering, and AI.


Why this role?

You’ll join a cross-functional team that includes data scientists, actuaries, software engineers, and AI specialists - all working together to build intelligent data platforms that power business-critical decisions across the organisation.


This is a cloud-first, engineering-led environment where you’ll play a key role in developing high-quality, scalable data products.


What You’ll Do:

  • Build and maintain scalable Python applications usingDatabricksandPySpark
  • Design and optimise robust data pipelines and processing frameworks
  • Write clean, modular, and testable code aligned withSOLIDprinciples
  • Contribute toCI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and deployment tools
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across data science, analytics, and engineering
  • Build and exposeRESTful APIsfor secure data integration across platforms
  • Help shape the data architecture that underpins machine learning and AI models


What You’ll Bring:

  • Proven experience developing inPythonfor data-intensive applications
  • Hands-on expertise withDatabricksandPySpark
  • Strong grasp of cloud data platforms and modern engineering practices
  • Familiarity with CI/CD, version control (e.g. Git), and automated testing
  • Ability to work effectively in cross-border, cross-functional teams
  • A proactive, delivery-driven mindset with strong attention to detail


What’s in It for You:

  • Excellent salary + performance bonus
  • Private medical and dental cover, enhanced pension, life insurance, income protection
  • Flexible working options, including holiday buy/sell and season ticket loans
  • Training budget and career development pathways in a forward-thinking, data-driven organisation
  • Exposure to global projects in a high-impact function


This opportunity is with aFortune 500 companyknown for its long-term thinking, innovation, and technical excellence. With operations spanning over 20 countries, the firm is investing heavily in data and analytics to shape its future – and this role is crucial to that mission.

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