Senior Data Engineer

Centrica plc
Leicester
4 days ago
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Senior Data Engineer page is loaded## Senior Data Engineerlocations: Leicestertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 31, 2026 (16 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0069780Join us, be part of more. We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your team: At British Gas, our mission is to sell it and mend it. We’ve been powering the UK’s homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon-footprint.R0069779 - Senior Data EngineerFull time or Part timeLeicester/Windsor****About your team:At British Gas Energy, our ambition is to be Britain's favourite energy supplier.We’ve been powering the UK’s homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon-footprint.* Innovative Environment: Stay ahead in the Data & AI field through use of cutting-edge technologies and creative thinking* Collaborative Culture: Work with talented professionals in a supportive environment where best practices are shared and continuous improvement is encouraged* Career Growth: We will invest in our team’s development through continuous learning opportunities and career advancement programs* Impactful Work: Directly contribute to our mission to drive business growth and operational efficiency* Personal Development: We will provide an environment for you to learn and develop, with access to resources and support to help you grow both professionally and personallyAbout your role:Join us as a Senior Data Engineering Leader and Shape the Future of British Gas Business’s Data-Driven Success!Step into a pivotal role within our Data Engineering function, where you'll lead transformative Data Engineering Science projects to drive growth, create efficiencies, and revolutionise BGB's decision-making capabilities. As a senior member of the team, you’ll take charge of designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and data models that empower Data Analysts, Management Information, and Data Science initiatives. Alongside advancing our data integrity and availability, you'll also inspire and develop Associate Data Engineers, while mentoring peers to elevate the entire team’s expertise.Key aspects of this role are: Data Pipeline Development: Build and maintain robust Extract, Transform and Load data pipelines, ensuring seamless integration of large datasets into BGB's Data Estate Data Quality: Implement data quality audits and validation processes to maintain data accuracy* Data Product Engineering: Collaborate with Analysts and Scientists to create data products for advanced analytics and machine learning* Data Architecture: Design and refine data architecture to meet organizational needs* Optimisation: Enhance data extraction and storage efficiency for cost and performance gains* Technical Support: Troubleshoot data-related issues with a hands-on approach* Documentation: Establish and maintain thorough documentation of processes and best practices* Innovation: Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies to propel our data engineering capabilities forward* Leadership: Grow, develop, and retain top talent while fostering a culture of excellence and ensuring succession planning* Mentorship: Share your Data Engineering expertise with colleagues across departments, building cross-functional knowledge and collaborationHere's what we’re looking for:*** Extensive expertise in data engineering, with a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable data pipelines and data models. Strong skills in data modelling and data warehousing underpin this expertise* Proficient in cloud services and cloud-based data engineering tools, such as AWS, Azure, Microsoft Fabric and Databricks, as well as big data technologies like Hadoop and Spark* Skilled in programming languages, including Python, PySpark and Scala, with extensive experience developing robust ETL pipelines and ensuring scalable deployments* Experienced in mentoring and developing less experienced Data Engineers, guiding them to grow their technical skills and capabilities* Capable of delivering and leading complex data engineering projects, ensuring high-quality outputs and timely completion We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey.We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica. We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you.### We’re powered by purposeThrough innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability. Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why.We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong. Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That’s why we have the UK’s best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. Of course, we love having fun too. We’re a people place after all.
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