Data Engineer - Python

Robert Walters
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About the Role
A leading global financial services organization is looking for a Data Engineer to join their Enterprise Technology division in Glasgow - 3 days in the office. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high-performing, global engineering team responsible for building, maintaining, and scaling platforms that underpin the organization's critical business operations.

You'll join a dynamic development chapter of 70+ engineers, contributing to strategic platforms that support 10,000+ technology professionals worldwide. You'll work with the latest tools and cloud platforms to drive automation, data integration, and real-time performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and build efficient, scalable, and secure ETL pipelines using Python and Databricks
  • Integrate and manage cloud-based data warehouses (e.g. Snowflake)
  • Work with REST APIs and data services to connect and consolidate data across systems
  • Maintain and optimize data workflows, ensuring performance, scalability, and resilience
  • Collaborate in a global Agile team-participating in sprint planning, reviews, and stand-ups
  • Apply rigorous testing and monitoring practices to ensure high reliability of data processes
  • Contribute to best practices, documentation, and internal tooling for enhanced developer productivity


What We're Looking For

  • Proficiency in Python programming with an emphasis on clean, maintainable code
  • Experience with Databricks or similar platforms for distributed data processing
  • Strong understanding of ETL principles, data modeling, and data integration
  • Hands-on experience with cloud-based data warehousing (e.g. Snowflake)
  • Knowledge of Linux, Git, and RESTful API integrations
  • Familiarity with Agile development practices
  • Experience with data orchestration tools like Apache Airflow
  • Background in big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop)
  • Exposure to visualization tools such as Power BI
  • Understanding of ServiceNow integrations or performance tuning
  • Knowledge of monitoring and APM solutions across large-scale systems


Why Apply?

  • Work on high-impact platforms used by global engineering teams
  • Join a diverse, inclusive, and international team of technologists
  • Hybrid working model with flexible work-life balance
  • Competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits
  • Centrally located Glasgow office with onsite gym, restaurant, and modern facilities

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  • Job functionInformation Technology
  • IndustriesData Infrastructure and Analytics

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