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Senior Data Engineer (Consultant)

Telefónica Tech (EN)
London
3 months ago
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Telefónica Tech (part of the Telefónica Group) is a leading NextGen Tech solutions provider with a highly diversified team of over 6,000 skilled employees and +60 nationalities.

We serve more than 5.5 million customers daily across over 175 countries, supported by a global ecosystem of market-leading partners. Our strategic hubs are located in Spain, Brazil, the UK, and Germany.

The Telefónica Tech UK&I hub offers an end-to-end portfolio of market-leading services and develops integrated technology solutions to accelerate digital transformation, focusing on Cloud, Data & AI, Enterprise Applications, Workplace Services, and Cyber Security & Networking.

Values: Open, Trusted, and Bold

Our trusted partners include:

  • Microsoft: Top 3 Service Providers, Azure Expert Status, Fastrack & Inner Circle Partner
  • HPE: Platinum Partner – FY23 UK&I Solution Provider of the Year
  • Palo Alto & Crowdstrike: part of our NextDefense Cyber Security Portfolio
  • Fortinet: Elite VIP Program – one of only 2 in the UK
  • AWS: Advanced Solution & Managed Service Provider Program

Job Description

Role: We seek individuals who will guide our growth, innovate, and mentor. You will help us challenge conventions to maintain our reputation for our people, culture, and innovation. Our goal is to be an employer everyone admires and no one wants to leave.

The role primarily involves delivering enterprise-level applications in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics. It is a client-facing position, requiring comfort in client communication and occasional travel.

Our offices are in Farnham and London; the role can be based at either location. Induction, training, and company meetings are conducted at both sites, with regular gatherings typically on Wednesdays or Fridays.

Responsibilities:

  • Working on projects utilizing Microsoft Azure and SQL Data Analytics stack
  • Meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers
  • Supporting team development
  • Contributing to the community, both internal and external

Qualifications:

  • Experience delivering Microsoft Azure/SQL Data Analytics solutions
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Strategic and operational decision-making skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Interest in exploring and sharing new technologies
  • Ability to guide, influence, and develop others
  • Degree in computer science, data analysis, or related field (preferred)
  • Microsoft certification (advantageous)

Technical Skills:

Comfort with at least three of the following core technologies and interest in at least four others:

  • SQL
  • Python
  • Power BI / Analysis Services / DAX
  • Data Modelling / Data Warehouse Theory
  • Azure Fundamentals

Additional desirable skills include Azure Databricks, Synapse Analytics, Data Factory, DevOps, MSBI stack, PowerShell, Azure Functions, PowerApps, Data Science, and Azure AI services.

Certifications such as Databricks Certified Associate/Professional and Microsoft Azure Certifications are beneficial but not mandatory.


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