Senior Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer

Full-Time 70000 - 90000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Kindred People AB

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Build and optimise scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using Python, SQL, and Spark.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking tech company focused on data innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic team culture that values diversity and encourages continuous learning.
  • Why this job: Make an impact by designing cutting-edge Lakehouse architectures in a multi-cloud environment.
  • Qualifications: 5+ years of data engineering experience with strong Python and SQL skills.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.

Senior Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer - A hands‑on engineering role building and optimising scalable ETL/ELT pipelines and Lakehouse architectures across a modern multi‑cloud platform using Python, Spark, Airflow and dbt.

Responsibilities

  • Build and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines using Python, SQL and Spark/Py Spark.
  • Manage Airflow DAGs and implement dbt transformations.
  • Design medallion‑style Lakehouse architectures using S3 with Iceberg or Delta Lake table formats.
  • Create reusable frameworks, enforce data contracts, and build CI/CD pipelines for data delivery.
  • Establish observability practices and implement validation frameworks, SLIs and SLOs for critical pipelines.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of data engineering experience.
  • Strong Python and advanced SQL skills.
  • Experience with Airflow, Spark/Py Spark, dbt and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Proficiency with Lakehouse architectures, dimensional modelling and cloud data warehouses (S3, Athena, Redshift).
  • Expertise in data quality frameworks, monitoring and schema evolution.
  • Nice‑to‑Haves
  • Experience with streaming platforms such as Kafka or Kinesis.
  • Knowledge of AI coding assistants and related tooling.
  • Familiarity with Terraform, Kubernetes or Docker.
  • Experience in data catalog or metadata management.

EEO Statement

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and evaluate each candidate based on merit, regardless of personal characteristics such as age, gender, origin, religion, sexual orientation, neurodiversity or disability.

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Senior Data Engineer employer: Kindred People AB

As a Senior Data Engineer at our innovative company, you'll thrive in a dynamic work culture that prioritises collaboration and continuous learning. We offer competitive benefits, including flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional development, all within a vibrant multi-cloud environment that fosters creativity and growth. Join us to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career in a supportive and inclusive setting.

Kindred People AB

Contact Details:

Kindred People AB Recruitment Team

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ETL/ELT pipelines