Senior Data Engineer

N-able
Edinburgh
1 month ago
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Overview

Why N-able
At N-able, we’re not just helping businesses be secure —we’re redefining what it means to be cyber resilient. Our end-to-end platform blends AI-powered capabilities and flexible tech stacks, so customers can manage, secure, and recover with confidence. But the real power behind it all? Our people. We’re a global crew of N-ablites, who love solving complex problems, sharing knowledge, and delivering solutions that actually make a difference. If you're into meaningful work, fast growth, and a team that’s got your back, you’ll be surrounded by people who believe in what they do—and in you.

We are looking to hire a Senior Data Engineer for our AI Team in our Edinburgh hub. Data is the fuel for AI – if you want to be part of building a cutting edge AI system, then this could be the perfecr next career move. The role is hybrid requiring 2 days a week in our Edinburgh office.


Responsibilities

  • Design and build data pipelines
  • Develop production standard data-science code in Go and Python
  • Conduct and participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and consistency
  • Mentor and coach junior engineers, helping them improve their technical skills and grow in their careers
  • Help shorten feedback loops to allow the team to shape future development on valuable insights gained from usage data.

Qualifications

  • Ideally several years plus experience as a data engineer or as a software engineer working on data projects
  • Experience leading the design and delivery of data projects
  • Experience with a range of databases, including handling large data. We currently use: PostgreSQL, ElasticSearch, Snowflake, and Redis.
  • AI or data-science experience
  • A good understanding of mathematics / data-science, including statistical expertise.
  • A strong understanding of LLMs, agents and AI testing principles.
  • High skill level in coding and software design, in test automation, and in software architecture.
  • Professional experience in writing code. The current tech stack is GO, Angular, Terraform. GO experience is desirable but not essential provided you can learn programming languages quickly.

Purple Perks

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage
  • Generous PTO and observed holidays
  • 2 Paid Volunteer Days per year
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Fund-raising opportunities as part of our giving program
  • N-ablite Learning – custom learning experience as part of our investment in you
  • The Way We Work – our hybrid working model based on trust and flexibility

About N-able

At N-able, our mission is to protect businesses against evolving cyberthreats with an end-to-end cyber resilience platform to manage, secure, and recover. Our scalable technology infrastructure includes AI-powered capabilities, market-leading third-party integrations, and the flexibility to employ technologies of choice—to transform workflows and deliver critical security outcomes. Our partner-first approach combines our products with experts, training, and peer-led events that empower our customers to be secure, resilient, and successful.


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