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Data Platform Engineer

Macquarie Group
London
7 months ago
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Our Data Engineering team is at the cutting edge of data management and analytics. By joining us, you will become an integral part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovating and transforming how data is utilised across Macquarie. We focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable data platforms that support our mission-critical analytics and high-volume, complex data processing needs.

At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 55 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.

What role will you play?

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As a Data Platform Engineer, your role is involved in the creation and optimisation of our data platforms. You will be responsible for driving innovation in data governance, quality, and security, ensuring our platforms can handle high-volume, complex data workloads with utmost reliability. Collaborating with various teams, you will deliver bespoke data solutions that empower our organisation to make informed, data-driven decisions. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in our data engineering practices.

What you offer

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  • Experience in designing and managing enterprise-level data platforms within cloud environments, with a preference for AWS expertise
  • Expertise particularly in Python development, showcasing a history of developing maintainable, high-quality code
  • A foundation in Linux and containerization technologies, along with proficiency in SQL/DDLs, databases, data lakes, and query engines
  • Some knowledge of modern data engineering tools and practices such as Airflow, Redshift, Hive, Trino, Spark, Glue, Kubernetes, BigQuery, and Kafka would be an advantage
  • 3+ years' of relevant experience in a data engineering role



We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

About Technology

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Technology enables every aspect of our business, for our people, our customers and our communities. Bring your unique perspective and join a global team who is passionate about accelerating the digital enterprise, connecting people and data, building platforms and applications and designing tomorrow's technology solutions.

Benefits

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Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • One wellbeing leave day per year and minimum 25 days of annual leave
  • Primary carers are eligible for minimum 20 weeks paid leave and minimum 6 weeks for secondary carer
  • Paid volunteer leave and donation matching
  • Range of benefits to support your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing
  • Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioral health network with counseling and coaching services
  • Recognition and service awards



Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

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We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including color and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief.

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