Data Engineer

Vivo Talent Solutions
Newcastle upon Tyne
7 months ago
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Data Engineer / Databricks / Permanent / Remote / Azure


Vivo is working with a retail organisation to search for a Data Engineer, focusing on the Databricks platform. This role is 100% remote & is looking for someone who has ideally worked within the retail sector previously.


The role will involve working closely with the Head of Data and senior members. They’re looking for someone curious, proactive, and comfortable with changing priorities due to seasonality. You'll be involved in a range of tasks and need to be a team player while also able to work through problems independently when needed.


Key Requirements:

  • Strong SQL skills
  • Experience working with Databricks
  • Good knowledge of PySpark
  • Experience building and maintaining Data pipelines
  • Comfortable working with changing directions and requirements


Preferred Experience:

  • Familiarity with customer and behavioural data
  • Experience with sales and trade data
  • Knowledge of Google Analytics and how it might be integrated with Databricks
  • Experience contributing to new data pipelines, reporting foundations, or dashboard development


This is a great opportunity to join a strong brand with a small, focused team. There’s a lot of ownership over projects and the chance to work on projects that will change the way the company works.


*No sponsorship provided for this role*

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