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Data Engineer | Newcastle upon Tyne | Highly Competitive Salary

We're working with a leading technology consulting firm in the Financial Services and Alternative Investment sectors, seeking a talented Senior Data Engineer to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact from day one, collaborating with a dynamic group of professionals and solving complex data challenges across multiple asset classes.

The Role

As a Data Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing, testing, and maintaining the firm's data platform. You'll work closely with both front office and technology teams to ensure the availability, reliability, and integrity of data. This role offers exposure to a wide variety of data types and provides opportunities to work with cutting-edge tools and technologies.

This as a 5 days a week on site role based in Newcastle.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with front office teams to understand and scope data needs.
Build and optimise the data platform using in-house and vendor tools.
Automate data processes and workflows to improve operational efficiency.
Design and implement data pipelines to integrate internal and external datasets.
Establish best-practice data design and enforce data quality standards.
Maintain the availability and integrity of data for critical business functions.

What We're Looking For

Our client is a leading organisation in their sector, committed to attracting exceptional candidates with strong academic credentials from prestigious institutions, alongside a proven record of relevant professional experience."

Proven experience in a data specialist role with a passion for solving data-related problems.
Expertise in SQL, Python, and Apache Spark, with experience working in a production environment.
Familiarity with Databricks and Microsoft Azure is a plus.
Financial Services experience is a bonus, but not required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts.
Exceptional problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering scalable and high-quality solutions.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
A degree (2:1 or above) in Computer Science or a related field (preferably from a Russell Group University).

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business

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