At a Glance
- Tasks: Architect and build scalable data pipelines for cutting-edge AI products.
- Company: Join a pioneering AI company transforming the UK services industry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, equity opportunities, and direct collaboration with founders.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with significant career growth potential.
- Why this job: Shape the future of AI while influencing a rapidly growing startup.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in data engineering, strong Python skills, and experience with distributed systems.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Our Client is building the operating system for a large, traditionally under-digitised UK services industry. Their AI platform automates the repetitive operational admin that eats up the majority of operators' time: managing communications, compliance, coordination, and scheduling. We're already live with pilot customers managing over 14,000 units, with strong early demand as we scale toward revenue in 2026. Backed by experienced founders and investors, we're building toward a clear goal: the defining AI platform in our category.
As the first senior data hire, you'll architect and scale the systems powering our client's AI products: from real-time pipelines and analytics infrastructure to vector databases and ML data workflows. You'll define data architecture, tooling, and engineering standards, working closely with AI and backend engineers, and lay the foundations for the future data team.
Duties
- Architect and build scalable data pipelines and infrastructure for AI and product systems
- Design data ingestion, transformation, and storage architectures
- Build batch and real-time pipelines, plus vector search/retrieval systems for ML workflows
- Own data reliability, security, governance, and observability
- Shape long-term data strategy and mentor the team as we scale
What You'll Bring
- 7+ years in data engineering or backend roles
- Strong Python; experience with distributed data systems
- Relational DB experience (PostgreSQL preferred)
- NoSQL
- Exposure to vector databases (Qdrant, Milvus, pg vector)
- Bonus: Spark/Airflow/Kafka, cloud (GCP/AWS/Azure), AI/ML platform experience, early-stage startup background
Why Join
- Build the data foundations of a category-defining AI company
- Work directly with founders and the core engineering team
- Early-stage ownership, influence, and equity upside
Senior Data Engineer - £95K - Westminister (In Office) employer: WUNDERTALENT
WUNDERTALENT is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and innovative work culture, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the tech industry. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will enjoy ample opportunities for professional growth while collaborating with a talented team in a rapidly growing startup environment. With a focus on transforming the UK services industry, you'll be part of a mission-driven company that values creativity and offers a supportive atmosphere for your career development.
