Data Platform Engineer - Architect the Future of Global Markets Data with ClickHouse London Based - Hybrid Working Are you a ClickHouse guru ready to make a significant impact in the world of finance? We're partnering with a leading global financial institution to find a passionate and highly skilled Data Platform Engineer to be at the heart of their next-generation data strategy within their dynamic Global Markets division. This isn't just another data role; it's an opportunity to own and shape their ClickHouse environment, ensuring it's robust, lightning-fast, and ready for the future. What will you be doing? Design & Build: Architect and implement fully fault-tolerant and high-performance ClickHouse database environments. Performance Master: Dive deep into query optimisation and data modelling to unlock the full potential of ClickHouse. Guardian of Data: Develop and implement robust backup and disaster recovery strategies to ensure business continuity. Troubleshooter Extraordinaire: Be the go-to expert for ClickHouse-related incidents, managing production issues with precision. DevOps Integration: Work with Jenkins and Ansible to seamlessly integrate ClickHouse into our CI/CD pipelines. Knowledge Leader: Share your ClickHouse expertise and best practices across multiple development teams. Innovation Driver: Stay at the forefront of ClickHouse developments and potentially contribute to its evolution (C++ skills a major plus). Security Champion: Ensure the integrity and security of our critical data assets. Monitor & Alert: Help establish advanced monitoring solutions using tools like Grafana and Prometheus. What you'll bring to the table: Expert-level knowledge of ClickHouse in a production environment (architecture, performance tuning, replication, setup). Proven ability to design and implement robust backup and disaster recovery strategies. Deep experience in database performance optimization and data modelling (ideally data warehousing). Strong Unix/Linux system administration skills. Solid understanding of ClickHouse Keeper (or Zookeeper) and high availability principles. A proactive approach to data security. Bonus points for: Experience with DevOps tools like Jenkins and Ansible. Knowledge of monitoring and alerting tools such as Grafana and Prometheus. C++ development skills for potential ClickHouse customisation. Familiarity with C#/.NET or Java, and SQL Server/TSQL. Why should you join this exceptional team? Be a Key Player: This is a pivotal role with significant ownership and impact on a critical technology migration. Shape the Future: You'll have the opportunity to influence the ClickHouse strategy across multiple teams and potentially build your own team down the line. Cutting-Edge Tech: Work with the latest advancements in ClickHouse within a dynamic and forward-thinking environment. Growth & Development: Expand your skills and career within a leading global financial institution that invests in its people. Collaborative Culture: Join a talented team where knowledge sharing and innovation are encouraged. Award-Winning Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and embrace a flexible hybrid working model (minimum 50% office presence). Ready to architect the future of Global Markets data? Apply now to embark on an exciting and impactful career journey