We’re working with an innovative client who is looking to add a Senior Data Engineer to their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale data infrastructure projects using modern tools like AWS, Apache Spark, and Terraform.
💼 The Opportunity
You'll be instrumental in building and maintaining a high-performance data platform, owning infrastructure automation, backend development, and cloud engineering. You'll work within an agile team to design scalable solutions that power business-critical insights.
🛠️ Tech Stack Includes:
* Cloud: AWS (EMR, Lambda, Glue, Athena)
* Big Data: Apache Spark (Scala or PySpark), Kafka, Airflow
* Languages: Python, Scala, SQL
* Infrastructure: Terraform, CloudFormation
* DevOps: Git, Jenkins, Docker, CI/CD pipelines
✅ We’re Looking For Someone With:
* Proven experience designing and building data pipelines
* Strong cloud engineering background (preferably AWS)
* Spark expertise (Scala or PySpark)
* Hands-on IaC experience (Terraform or CloudFormation)
* Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps best practices
* Experience working in agile, collaborative environments
💡 What’s On Offer:
* High-impact data work in a fast-moving environment
* Flexible hybrid working (2–3 days in Manchester office)
* 25 days holiday + option to buy/sell 5
* Annual bonus scheme
* Life assurance & pension contributions
* £100 home office setup budget
* Training budget + 1:1 coaching
* Cycle to work scheme
* Tech of your choice
📍 Location: Manchester (Hybrid – 2–3 days per week in-office)
💰 Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 + Bonus + Benefits
🕒 Start: Flexible for the right person