Lead Data Engineer Job in London

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Lead Data Engineer Job in London

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We need a dynamic and multi-skilled individual who is passionate about technology to lead the development of services in our Data Platform, with a specific focus on our cloud (Azure) based services and technologies. The role also has responsibility for helping to lead the skills growth of our Data Platform engineers.

The Data Platform team is part of a growing Data Technology team, and is responsible for developing, supporting and promoting the Data Platform, an enterprise-wide collection of services and technologies used by all Technology teams for the deployment of data solutions.

It will best suit a 'full stack' developer with experience of Azure cloud technologies, such as Data Factory Pipelines, Event Grids, Data Lake Storage, Azure Functions, SQL Pools, and API Management. The role will be embedded in a multi-disciplinary and self-organising agile team, managing the cloud services and developing in-house micro-services and APIs to enhance the platform. The emphasis is on providing self-service capabilities to other technology teams to deploy and run their own solutions on the Data Platform.

The Data Platform Engineering Lead is expected to be involved in technical decisions, following best DevOps engineering practices as well as focusing on hands-on development activities. It is likely to have experience across different industries, and although previous Asset Management industry experience will be beneficial, it is not essential.

We are not a siloed organization; we work collaboratively with other teams for the benefit of the Firm.

This is a global leading investment firm that manages £170 billion globally. They are well known on the market for their distinctive investment strategies spanning equities, fixed income, multi-asset, alternatives and sustainability to help institutional investors, those advising others and individuals navigate an ever-changing world.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop and deliver services and solutions to enhance the Data Platform (Ingestion, Storage, Events/Messages, API Management)
Install, design and configuration of new technologies
Be hands-on; this is an active development role.
Lead the growth and development of other engineers in the Data Platform team specifically, through coaching, training and mentoring. Also work with other Engineering Leads to develop the skills of the Data Technology team generally.
Build relationships within Technology and across the wider Business through delivery. Work in a rapid proof-of-concept style, engage stakeholders and adopt a fail-fast approach.
Multi-task – Data Technology is a dynamic environment; a flexible, can-do attitude always yields results.
Collaborate with the other Engineering Leads and Product Owners to execute our IT strategy.
Provide Data Platform consultation and other services to IT products and teams
Develop to house standards; ensure code is clear, functional, and easy to support and that designs make sense in the wider IT arena. Adherence to best practice for security configuration of Data Technology's Platform
Test driven development approach is essential.

Candidate Requirements

Technical Knowledge and Experience:

Preferred candidate will likely be educated to BSc Honours Degree Level in mathematical, computing or engineering.
Minimum of 5 years actively working with programming languages such as C#, Java, Python.
Strong experience with technologies and methodologies (especially cloud) used to support Data-centric processes and applications, such as ETL, ELT, Data Vault (2.0), Pipelines, Data Lakes and Warehouses, etc. would be highly advantageous.
Prior knowledge of Asset Management industry not essential but will be advantageous.

System Skills:

Experience of Azure is essential, as we design and develop cloud-based solutions using services like Data Lake Storage, Synapse, Event Grid, Data Factory, Spark Pools, Functions, Logic Apps etc.
Strong experience with object orientated programming languages such as C#, Python or Java.
Experience working with APIs (REST, GraphQL and equivalents).
Experience with automated deployments in a cloud environment, using tools and technologies such as Bicep, ARM and TerraForm.
Experience implementing automated test-driven development approach and continuous testing.
Experience working with a variety of database technology such as SQL, NoSQL and file storage would be a strong advantage. Additionally, database design knowledge & ability to solve data problems using established techniques.
Experience with source control and automation tools like GitHub
Scrum or Kanban experience would be advantageous.

Personal Attributes:

Willing to share knowledge and coach other team members, as well as learn from them
Strong collaboration ethic, with ability to work in teams from cross-functional disciplines
Positive and flexible attitude to work.
Good time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both verbal and written.
Able to multi-task; work to tight deadlines and able to cope under pressure.
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
Strong problem-solving ability, a logical thinker and numerate.
Self-starter (i.e. don't expect to be task driven).

Risk and Compliance Responsibilities

Adhering to the Code of Ethics and related policies, including personal account dealing, gifts, market abuse, etc.
Ensuring Compliance training, declarations and relevant forms are completed on a timely basis
Ensuring that firm and client data and property, including IT data, are properly protected
Reporting any possible and actual breaches, errors, complaints or conduct issues.
Reporting any suspicion that a client, investor, or employee may be involved in money laundering, fraud or other crime such as market abuse

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Location: London
Category: Accounting/Financial/Insurance
City: London
County: London
Country: United Kingdom
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