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Senior Data Engineer

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Senior Data Engineer

Title: Senior Data Engineer
Salary: Up to £60,000
Location: Remote (UK Only)
Are you an experienced Data Engineer ready to take the lead on large-scale, complex projects?
If so
Our client is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join a forward-thinking, data-driven organisation where you'll play a key role in shaping strategy, driving innovation, and delivering high-quality data solutions.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on hands-on technical leadership, enjoys problem-solving at scale, and has a passion for building reliable, cutting-edge data products in both cloud and on-prem environments.
What You'll Be Doing
Providing technical leadership and setting the standard for coding, architecture, and performance.
Designing, developing, and optimising robust data pipelines and infrastructure in Azure & Hadoop/HDFS
Leading by example - writing high-quality code, guiding architectural decisions, and mentoring less experienced engineers.
Owning the technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with business goals, and delivering cost-effective, scalable solutions.
Championing best practices in automation, optimisation, and continuous improvement.
Collaborating with stakeholders across teams to deliver impactful solutions.
About You :
You're a hands-on, technically strong Data Engineer with the ability to balance strategic thinking with delivery. You bring:
Proven experience in data engineering at scale , including solution design, optimisation, and successful delivery.
Strong coding skills in at least two languages: Python, PySpark, Java, Scala, or Spark .
Hands-on expertise with Azure (ADF, Databricks, Data Lake, Delta Lake, or Lakehouse) and Big Data technologies (HDFS/Hadoop, Cloudera, etc).
Advanced SQL skills and a solid background in ETL and data transformation.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and inspire others.
Relevant certifications (Azure, Cloudera, FME) are a bonus.
Experience with geospatial data tools (FME, QGIS, PostGIS) or data warehousing is a nice-to-have.
What's on Offer
Salary up to £60,000
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase more)
£300 annual lifestyle allowance
Matched pension scheme (up to 10% after 3 years)
Private health insurance
Group income protection
Cycle-to-work and gym schemes
Coaching, mentoring, and strong career development opportunities
A friendly, collaborative, and innovative culture that values bold ideas and continuous improvement
Our client is looking to fill this role urgently, so if you're interested or know who would be, then please apply to this role and contact a. methula@io associates.co. uk

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