At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver cloud-based data platforms, mentor junior engineers, and manage the full data product life cycle.
- Company: VIQU partners with a leading organisation in Lancashire focused on cloud and data platform transformation.
- Benefits: Offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model for better work-life balance.
- Other info: This is a permanent position within a Data Mesh environment.
- Why this job: Join during an exciting transformation phase and make a significant impact on technology and team dynamics.
- Qualifications: Experience with SQL, Python, and modern ETL/ELT tools is essential for this role.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
VIQU have partnered with a leading organisation seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join their Data and Platform Engineering team during an exciting period of cloud and data platform transformation. In this hands-on role, you will design, build, and deliver modern data platforms within a cloud-first, Data Mesh environment, work closely with product managers, architects, and engineers, take ownership of your projects, and mentor junior colleagues, making a real impact on both the technology and the team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, development, and delivery of cloud-based data platforms and data products as a Senior Data Engineer.
- Own the full data product life cycle, from initial design through to decommissioning.
- Build and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines using SQL, Python, and modern tooling.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and engineers to solve complex technical and business challenges.
- Act as the go-to technical expert for junior engineers, providing mentorship, code reviews, and quality assurance.
- Produce clear, well-documented solutions for both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Support CI/CD, environment control (dev/test/prod), and effective change management practices.
- Contribute to cloud platform development.
Senior GCP Data Engineer employer: VIQU Ltd
Located in Lancashire, VIQU's partner organisation is undergoing a major cloud transformation. They offer a competitive salary and a hybrid work model, fostering innovation in their Data and Platform Engineering team. The team values mentorship and collaboration, making it an ideal place for growth.
