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Junior/Mid/Senior Data Engineer - Hybrid, London

Prospect
Upminster
1 week ago
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Junior/Mid/Senior Data Engineer - Hybrid, London Location: London (hybrid: 3 days in office in Victoria)Contract Type: Full TimeRole Level: Junior/Mid/SeniorSalary: Junior - £38,000 - £55,000; Mid-Level - £55,000 - £75,000; Senior - £95,000 - £130,000 Reporting Line: Head of Data EngineeringDirect Reports: TBCThe Role Prospect is on a mission to revolutionise decision making in sport. Our analytical solutions support decision making from the field through to the board room, helping our performance clients win trophies in four different sports, and winning awards for our commercial clients too. We have four primary lines of business: Performance Analytics, Sporting Product Analytics, Marketing Analytics & Execution, and Consulting & Advisory. Since closing our seed fundraising round in June 2021, Prospect has worked with rights holders, clubs, investors, broadcasters, and other service providers to the sports industry.We are looking for someone who is equally passionate about sports and analytics and is excited about the possibilities of the intersection of the two. The ideal candidate would have experience as a problem solver, data engineer, and communicator, preferably with a strong grasp of cloud computing concepts, preferably using AWS. You’ll work as part of cross-functional teams to help solve challenges and aid decision makers across the sporting landscape, from elite professional teams, to leagues and roadcasters, applying advanced analytics and modelling techniques.Personal Attributes

  • Highly motivated and results-driven with a passion for technology.
  • A passion for the business of sports, media and technology.
  • Can-do attitude; a self-starter who wants to drive the company forward.
  • Collaborative, open to feedback and willing to learn.

Junior Data Engineer Responsibilities

  • Support development of scalable data pipelines.
  • Assist with testing, validation and documentation of data assets.
  • Learn from and collaborate with senior engineers.

Capabilities

  • 2+ years relevant work experience.
  • Foundational experience with Python and SQL.
  • Eagerness to work with tools like dbt, Spark, DataBricks and Kedro.
  • Understanding of version control, testing, and documentation.
  • Familiarity with Agile, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Proficiency working with AWS cloud services is required.

Mid-Level Data Engineer Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain reliable data pipelines.
  • Manage and optimise cloud storage and warehousing.
  • Ensure data quality, security and maintainability.

Capabilities

  • 4+ years relevant work experience.
  • Strong SQL and Python skills.
  • Experience with Snowflake, dbt, Spark.
  • Version control, CI/CD and testing practices.
  • Familiarity with Agile, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Proficiency working with AWS cloud services is required.

Senior Data Engineer Responsibilities

  • Architect robust data infrastructure and workflows.
  • Lead technical design and platform evolution.
  • Mentor engineers and drive operational excellence.

Capabilities

  • 6+ years relevant work experience.
  • Expertise in distributed data architecture and orchestration.
  • Deep knowledge of Snowflake, S3, Athena, dbt.
  • Security, performance, and governance leadership.
  • Familiarity with Agile, Jira, and Confluence.
  • Proficiency working with AWS cloud services is required.

How to apply?

  • To apply, send your CV and covering letter to withthe role that you are applying for in the subject line.
  • You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
  • Please state current notice period in the email.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company that is looking to revolutionise decisionmaking in sport. Prospect is committed to providing equal opportunities for candidates from all backgrounds. Since our founding in 2019, we have sought to build an inclusive working environment where diversity is celebrated.

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