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