About The RoleHippo is a rapidly growing digital consultancy passionate about building and delivering transformative digital solutions for a diverse range of Public and Private sector clients. We are recruiting for a Senior Data Engineer to join our Hippo Herd. Our collaborative and agile culture empowers our teams to make a genuine impact. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play an important role in making Hippo the best Consultancy out there. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team combining data, design, product, delivery, analysis and engineering to deliver bespoke digital services that make a positive and meaningful impact on organisations and society. You will act as a Senior Consultant to deliver Data Engineering services to our clients. Senior Data Engineers at Hippo are experienced practitioners who lead the delivery of complex data systems, ensuring technical excellence and mentoring others to maintain high standards. We leverage deep data insights and continuous innovation to deliver awesome platforms that allow our customers to understand and get the most from their data and digital services. The Senior Data Engineer will be a key player and implementer in this mission. Your Role in a NutshellLead the production of user-centred data software based on business requirements and best practice. Design and manage software development and deployment pipelines, resolving potential bottlenecks before they occur. Mentoring and coaching other engineers to support their professional development. Promote Hippo's Data Herd internally and externally through blogs, case studies, and workshops. Skills and experience that you needEssential ExperienceExcellent experience delivering in Python and experience with at least one other core language. Strong expertise in SQL and relational databases. Solid experience with Cloud providers such as AWS, Azure or GCP. Strong experience working with different data formats, e.g., CSV, JSON and XML. Expert knowledge in building reliable and scalable Data Pipelines. Deep experience working in an Agile Environment. Strong experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD). Experience mentoring and coaching others on technical best practices. ExperiencePrevious experience of working on GOV/NHS projects or in a consultancy environment. Experience in Data Modelling. Broader knowledge of IT — e.g., Security and Networking. What makes us greatAlongside working with some of the most talented people out there and on-top of a competitive salary, which we're transparent about from the outset, you can also expect a range of benefits: Contributory Pension Scheme (Hippo 6% & Employee 2%)25 Days Holiday plus UK Public HolidaysPerkbox access for a wide range of discountsCritical illness coverLife assurance and death in service coverVolunteer daysCycle-to-work scheme for the avid cyclistsSalary sacrifice electric vehicles schemeSeason ticket loansFinancial and general wellbeing sessionsFlexible benefits scheme with options of: Private health coverPrivate dental coverAdditional company pension contributionsAdditional holidays (up to an extra 2 days)Wellbeing contributionCharity contributionsTree plantingDiversity, Inclusion and Belonging at HippoAt Hippo, we're dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that works for everyone. Only by building a community of diverse perspectives, cultures and socio-economic backgrounds can we create an environment where all can contribute and thrive. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups including women, ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process that reflects our workplace culture. We are a registered Disability Confident Employer, Mindful Employer, Endometriosis Friendly Employer and a member of the Armed Forces Covenant. Hippo continually strives to remove barriers, provide accommodations and offer reasonable adjustments to ensure equity throughout our practices. Hi, we're Hippo At Hippo, we design with empathy and build for impact. We do this by combining data-informed evidence, human-centred design and software engineering. We're a digital services partner who is genuinely invested in helping our clients thrive as modern organisations. Our delivery methodology is truly agile, from concept to reality, supporting innovation and continuous improvement to achieve your desired outcomes. We firmly believe that technology should serve humanity, not the other way around. We take a human-centred approach to everything we do because we understand that complex problems require a service design approach. Our combination of data, design, and engineering delivers bespoke digital services that make a positive and meaningful impact on organisations and society. Have a look through our Website at Our Story & Purpose, Our Culture & Values, Case Studies and Our Solutions & Services to find out some more! We're on the lookout for top talent nationwide but you need to be located within reasonable travelling distance from one of our offices. Given the dynamic nature of a consulting business, you may be required to work on-site at a Hippo office or at an in/out of town client location for a number of days per week (client dependent) and therefore candidates will need to be open/flexible to travel and working on one of those sites at least 2 days per week. We offer a generous relocation support package of up to 8,000 (please ask for terms and conditions) to help make your move a smooth one. LocationVarious LocationsAdvertising Salary57,500 - 72,000 + BenefitsVacancy TypePermanentDivision: Data EngineeringLevel:
Senior Engineer, Data Engineering in Birmingham employer: Hippo Digital
Hippo is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and agile work culture, empowering employees to make a meaningful impact through innovative digital solutions. With a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Hippo offers extensive benefits including a contributory pension scheme, flexible working options, and professional development opportunities, making it an ideal place for talented individuals to thrive in their careers. The fully remote nature of the Principal Software Engineer role allows for flexibility while still being part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality services to both public and private sector clients.
