Quantexa Data Engineer

Birmingham

3 months ago

Applications closed

We are looking for a permanent Data Engineer to help implement Quantexa for a global brand based in The Midlands. Hybrid, up to £80k base + benefits.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Senior Data Engineer with Quantexa expertise to join our growing team, which forms part of a larger, successful organisation working in partnership with a key government client. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering entity resolution solutions for our clients and helping us expand our capability in Quantexa's wider Decision Intelligence platform.
This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of emerging demand for Quantexa-based services, leading engagements, influencing solution design, and developing capability across our teams.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead the design and implementation of enterprise solutions using Quantexa.
Collaborate with product teams and client stakeholders to define matching logic and ensure high quality data inputs.
Build and maintain data pipelines feeding into matching and analytics services.
Conduct data profiling and analysis to ensure high-quality inputs.
Optimise matching algorithms for performance and accuracy.
Support incident resolution and ensure service continuity.
Share knowledge and coach colleagues to grow Quantexa capability.
Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and work cross-functionally with engineers, analysts and business teams.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Essential Skills and Experience:
Hands-on experience with the Quantexa platform, particularly entity resolution.
Strong data engineering background, including data profiling and integration.
Familiarity with APIs for data access and integration.
Excellent client-facing and consultancy skills.
Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
Drive to share knowledge, mentoring and developing others.
Active SC Clearance, or eligibility to obtain

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