Data Designer - Oldbury

Company descriptionLocation: Oldbury (hybrid working 2-3 office days per week)nEmployment Type: Permanent, full timenAdditional Benefits: Annual BonusnJoin Our Data & Analytics Team: Transforming Data into Our Superpower!nAre you passionate about data and eager to make a significant impact? The AA is a well-loved brand with a range of driver services much wider than most people realise. We have an enviable set of data assets from breakdown, service, repair, insurance, telematics, digital interactions, car dealers, and driving school!nIf that’s not enough, we’re focused on making Data our new Superpower as one of only 4 strategic priorities for the Group.

Our growing team is modernising our data infrastructure to a cutting-edge cloud platform, and enabling machine learning and GenAI. Join us at an exciting time and be part of a team that is driving meaningful change for our customers, colleagues, and shareholders.n#LI-HybridThis is the jobAs a Data Designer, you will be an integral member of the Data Change delivery team, working closely with various business units and IT departments. You will create data solution designs that can be iteratively developed within an Agile framework.

Your designs will represent business and data requirements for both small and large changes related to AA data platforms, ensuring alignment with architecture and design principles.What will I be doing?nCollaborate with Analysts and Architects to deliver low-level designs based on business requirements and high-level designs.nEnsure alignment of low-level designs with application architecture, high-level designs, and AA Standards, Frameworks, and Policies.nAnalyse data sets to identify modelling logic and key attributes required for low-level design, and create and maintain appropriate documentation.nDevelop and update Physical Data Models (PDMS) and participate in design reviews.nLead handover sessions to developers and testers, and estimate effort required for low-level design documentation.nProvide technical and business knowledge support to Business Analysts, and engage with the full end-to-end data development process within an Agile scrum framework.nWhat do I need?nExperienced with data warehouse and business intelligence, including delivering low-level ETL design and physical data models.nProficient in Data Warehousing Design Methodologies (e.g., Kimball dimensional models) and Data Modelling tools (e.g., ER Studio).nStrong Data Analysis skills and hands-on experience with SQL/Python for data interrogation.nWorking knowledge of Cloud-based data and analytics solutions (e.g., Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Informatica, PowerBI) and ETL/ELT technology (e.g., Informatica DEI).nProven ability to understand business processes, facilitate meetings with senior stakeholders, and translate business requirements into technical designs.nExcellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work independently under pressure and collaboratively within a cross-functional delivery team.nAdditional informationWe’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:nn25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying schemenWorksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contributionnFree AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friendsnDiscounts on AA products including car and home insurancenEmployee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and morenCompany funded life assurancenDiverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your careernDedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your familynnPlus, so much more!nWe’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers.

We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.n#LI-HH