At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and maintain data pipelines and analytics-ready datasets for impactful decision-making.
- Company: Join TalkTalk Business, a leading B2B tech provider with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Flexible hybrid working model with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Shape the future of business connectivity while growing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Strong SQL skills, experience with Databricks, Python, and cloud-based data platforms.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
About Us
TalkTalk Business is one of the UK’s leading B2B technology & managed service providers, offering a full range of business-grade communications products and services, spanning internet access, data, voice and network infrastructure. For over 30 years, we’ve served businesses of every size – from national retailers to small and medium-sized enterprises – with future-proof, scalable technology and dedicated support. Our mission is simple: to empower UK organisations to exceed their ambitions by delivering trusted service and innovative solutions.
The Role
The Data Engineer role develops and maintains trusted, high-quality data pipelines, warehouse structures and analytics-ready datasets to support reporting, insights, decision-making and AI initiatives across the organisation.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines to ingest, cleanse, transform, and curate data from multiple source systems.
- Build and optimise data warehouse structures that support reporting, insights, and AI use cases.
- Develop scalable data solutions using Databricks, SQL, Python, and Azure data technologies.
- Create and maintain high-quality datasets, semantic models, and data products for Power BI reporting and self-service analytics.
- Implement data quality controls, monitoring, and validation processes to improve trust and confidence in organisational data.
- Support the delivery of AI-ready data by ensuring data is accessible, secure, governed, and fit for purpose.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, analysts, and technology teams to understand requirements and deliver data solutions that drive value.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of data engineering standards, processes, and best practices.
Skills and experience we are looking for
- Strong SQL development skills and experience working with large and complex datasets.
- Experience building and maintaining data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes.
- Hands-on experience with Databricks for data engineering and transformation workloads.
- Proficiency in Python for data cleansing, transformation, automation, and analytics workflows.
- Experience designing and supporting enterprise data warehouse solutions.
- Experience developing and optimising Power BI datasets, semantic models, and reporting solutions.
- Strong understanding of data quality, governance, and data management principles.
- Experience working with Azure data technologies and cloud-based data platforms.
- Ability to translate business requirements into scalable and maintainable data solutions.
How you will work
At TalkTalk Business we understand the importance of flexibility and connection in the workplace. That’s why we have adopted a hybrid approach to working. Our way of working is to work 3 out of 5 days in the office at our HQ in Soapworks, Salford Quays with the remaining days offering the option to work from home.
What can we offer you?
- Competitive Salary and Bonus Scheme: Earn a rewarding salary with a bonus scheme designed to recognise your hard work and dedication.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Support your wellbeing, achieve a work-life balance, and plan for the future with our all-inclusive benefits.
- Personal and Professional Growth: Take advantage of opportunities for career advancement and personal development.
Be a part of our story. We've created a happy, diverse, inspiring workplace for real people, just like you. If you understand what customers want and are committed to making it happen, be a part of our story.
Data Engineer in Salford employer: TalkTalk Business
At TalkTalk Business, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer by fostering a dynamic work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, ensuring a healthy work-life balance while providing ample opportunities for professional growth within the telecommunications sector. Join us in Salford, where you can make a meaningful impact on business connectivity and enjoy a supportive environment that encourages your success.
