Nicholas Howard are delighted to be recruiting for a Senior Data Engineer with strong experience of AWS data analytics tools including QuickSight and Glue, coupled with a solid background using SQL and Python, to join a leading financial services organisation. The Senior Data Engineer will drive data strategy and reporting excellence by leading the development of MI/BI solutions, mentoring junior team members, and collaborating across teams to deliver accurate, impactful insights. Key Accountabilities * Work closely with the CTO & the Data and Reporting Manager to define and implement the short & the long-term strategies around Data & MI reports. * Communicate effectively with internal customers and third parties. * Analyse both large and complex reporting requirements. * Collaborate effectively with Product Owners, Developers, Designers, DevOps Engineers, and the wider business. * Hands-on development of MI & BI reports for the various business units. * Work with four other Data Engineers / Reporting Developers, and the Data and Reporting Manager. * Support, mentor and help the more junior members of the team. * Test and cross validate reports for accuracy and integrity. * Perform regular, technical reviews of your team’s work. * Analyse and recommend enhancements to the MI reports, processes, and standards. * Assist with resolution of support issues. Skills & Competencies * Excellent SQL and data modelling skills * Strong experience with ETL & ELT development from various data sources * Proficient in dashboard design and development * Hands-on experience with Amazon QuickSight (or similar visualization tools) * Strong knowledge of AWS Glue and scripting in Python for ETL * Experience working in Agile teams and using tools like JIRA & Confluence * Excellent communication and collaboration skills * Ability to mentor and support junior team members * Self-motivated, proactive, and independent thinker * Team-oriented with a “can do” attitude * Curious and eager to learn new technologies Knowledge & Qualifications * 4 years of experience as a Data Engineer or in a similar role * Experience with Amazon Redshift and ideally MySQL * Understanding of data pipelines and architecture within cloud environments (AWS preferred) * Familiarity with SAP Business Objects (helpful but not essential) * Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and performance optimization This is a fantastic time to join a fast growing and highly successful financial services business. Please register your interest by applying now