Data Engineer

Birmingham

1 month ago

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Data Engineer

Data Engineer - Financial Services

SQL, Power BI, Python, ETL

£40,000 - £50,000

We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a dynamic MI & Data team responsible for data platforms within the financial services sector. You will work closely with Infrastructure and Data Teams to define and deliver data solutions that support business and external customer reporting requirements, enabling informed decision-making. This role requires expertise in data engineering best practices, process improvements, and stakeholder collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Provide technical expertise to the Data team and contribute to technical projects
Ensure seamless data delivery from inception through operational use
Troubleshoot performance issues and lead data issue resolution
Work under pressure to meet deadlines and resolve issues effectively
Operate within an ITIL framework to manage incidents, problems, and system changes
Support the development of MI reporting capabilities and data platforms

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Degree or equivalent work experience
Strong experience in SQL coding, stored procedures, and functions
ETL/ELT experience using SQL and Python
Experience working with diverse data sources (REST APIs, SQL, NoSQL databases)
Familiarity with version-control systems (Azure DevOps, Git)
Understanding of database design, OLTP, OLAP, and Data Warehousing concepts
Experience with MS SQL Server and/or PostgreSQL
Desirable: exposure to NoSQL, big data technologies (Apache Spark, Apache Iceberg), and Power BI
Knowledge of information security, data security, and data governance

If you're passionate about data, problem-solving, and making a difference in the financial world, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future of financial security!

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy

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