Job Description
Job Title: Data EngineerLocation: Cambridge (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in office)Industry: SaaS / TechnologySalary: £55,000 - £65,000 DOE
The Opportunity
I'm working with a fast-growing SaaS company in Cambridge that is looking to hire a Data Engineer to join their expanding data and analytics team.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building scalable data pipelines, designing ETL processes, and ensuring high-quality, reliable data for analytics and reporting. You'll work with product, engineering, and analytics teams to deliver data solutions that support business decisions. The company offers a hybrid working model, competitive benefits, and strong professional development opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, build, and maintain robust ETL pipelines and data workflows.
* Develop and optimise data models to support analytics and reporting.
* Ensure data accuracy, quality, and governance across systems.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver data solutions.
* Provide ad-hoc data engineering support for analytics and business insights.
* Identify opportunities to improve data architecture and processes.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a Data Engineer or similar role, ideally in SaaS or technology.
* Strong experience with SQL for data querying and manipulation.
* Proficient in Python for data engineering tasks.
* Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
* Solid understanding of ETL, data pipelines, and data modelling.
Desirable Skills
* Experience working in a SaaS environment.
* Familiarity with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker).
* Knowledge of streaming or real-time data pipelines.
* Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
Package & Benefits
* Competitive salary: £55,000 - £65,000 DOE
* Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week in Cambridge office
* Annual performance bonus
* Private medical insurance and wellness support
* Generous pension and life assurance
* 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Professional development opportunities including training and certifications
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