Big Data Engineer

Manchester FULL TIME £40,000 - £60,000 / Year
(£3,333 - £5,000 / Month)

Job Description

As a Big Data Engineer, you will leverage your expertise in data processing and analytics to enhance our data infrastructure and support decision-making processes. Your role will involve developing scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with data scientists to implement predictive models.

Responsibilities

  • Build and manage robust data processing systems for real-time analytics.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to gather data requirements.
  • Implement best practices for data governance and security.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot any performance issues or data discrepancies.
  • Guide junior data engineers in their tasks and development.
  • Participate in team meetings to discuss project progress and challenges.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
  • Master's degree is a plus
Experience
  • 3+ years of experience in big data engineering or related field
Technical Skills
  • Apache Hadoop
  • Spark
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Java
Soft Skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Communication
Certifications
  • AWS Certified Big Data - Specialty
  • Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow or Scikit-learn: Understanding of machine learning concepts and frameworks for analytics.
  • Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Cassandra: Proficient in using NoSQL databases for unstructured data handling.

Benefits

  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Pension scheme with company contributions
  • Employee wellness programs
  • Access to the latest technology and tools

Company Culture

  • Team Collaboration: Our workplace thrives on teamwork and cooperation to achieve common goals.
  • Work-Life Balance: We promote a healthy work-life balance to support employee wellbeing.
  • Feedback and Recognition: We value feedback and ensure that achievements are recognised and celebrated.
Status: Closed