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About the Role
As a Senior Data Engineer, you will play a key role in the development and maintenance of our data infrastructure, ensuring efficient and scalable data pipelines. You will be responsible for hands-on implementation and optimization of data systems on the Google Cloud Platform (GCP), contributing to critical projects while mentoring junior Engineers. This role focuses on delivering technical solutions, applying best practices, and driving innovation within the data engineering team.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using modern data engineering tools and technologies on our GCP stack.
- Build and optimize our lake house on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Implement data ingestion, transformation, and loading processes for various data sources (e.g., databases, APIs, cloud storage).
- Ensure data quality, consistency, and security throughout the data pipeline.
- Leverage GCP services (e.g., Dataflow, Dataproc, BigQuery, Cloud Storage) to build and maintain cloud-native data solutions.
- Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) principles using Terraform to automate provisioning and configuration.
- Manage and optimize cloud resources to ensure cost-efficiency and performance.
- Design and implement efficient data models following a star schema approach to support analytical and operational workloads.
- Collaborate with data analysts to develop advanced analytics solutions.
- Conduct data quality analysis to drive better data management on outputs in our Curated Layer.
- Mentor junior data engineers and provide technical guidance.
- Contribute to the development of data engineering best practices and standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex data projects.
Requirements
- Expert in GCP services including BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, Cloud Composer, Cloud Storage, and Cloud Functions.
- Advanced knowledge of SQL for complex data transformation and query optimization.
- Proven experience in Python for scalable data pipeline development and orchestration following best practices.
- Experience implementing Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate GCP resource management.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment practices.
- Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience building and optimizing batch and streaming data pipelines.
- Understanding of data governance principles, GCP security (IAM, VPC), and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrates a growth mindset by actively seeking to learn from peers and stakeholders, fostering a culture of open communication and shared knowledge.
- Works effectively across teams, including Data Science, Engineering, and Analytics, to understand their needs and deliver impactful data solutions.
- Actively participates in design discussions, brainstorming sessions, and cross-functional projects, always striving for continuous improvement and innovation.
- Builds strong relationships across the organization, using empathy and active listening to ensure alignment on goals and deliverables.
- Approaches challenges with a growth mindset, viewing obstacles as opportunities to innovate and improve processes.
- Applies a structured and analytical approach to solving complex problems, balancing immediate needs with long-term scalability and efficiency.
- Demonstrates resilience under pressure, maintaining a positive and solution-focused attitude when faced with tight deadlines or ambiguity.
- Actively seeks feedback and lessons learned from past projects to continuously refine problem-solving strategies and improve outcomes.
- Shares expertise generously, guiding team members in adopting best practices and helping them overcome technical challenges.
- Leads by example, demonstrating how to approach complex problems pragmatically while promoting curiosity and a willingness to explore new tools and technologies.
- Encourages professional development within the team, supporting individuals in achieving their career goals and obtaining certifications, especially within the Google Cloud ecosystem.
Skills
- GCP services
- BigQuery
- Dataflow
- Pub/Sub
- Cloud Composer
- Cloud Storage
- Cloud Functions
- SQL
- Python
- Terraform
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- CI/CD pipelines
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Batch data pipelines
- Streaming data pipelines
- Data governance
- GCP security
- IAM
- VPC
- Growth mindset
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Resilience
- Feedback seeking
- Mentoring
Location
- Chiswick, London
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior
Education Level
- GCP Professional Data Engineer Certification is highly favourable.
Salary/Compensations
- Salary expectations will be discussed during the application process.
- Open, honest conversation about salary options during the talent call.
- Up to 10% Performance Bonus
- Annual Salary Reviews
Benefits
- Hybrid Working
- Dedicated Learning & Development Team
- Learning Platform
- Educational Sponsorships
- Up to 10% Performance Bonus
- Annual Salary Reviews
- Real Living Wage Employer
- Your Birthday Off
- Three So Giving Days
- Enhanced Family Leave
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Wellbeing Resources via Perkbox
- Physical Wellbeing (Free eye tests and annual flu vaccinations)
- Menopause Policy
- Affinity Groups
- Monthly Social Events
- Charitable Fundraising
About the Company
- So Energy was created in 2015 because we knew energy suppliers could be better.
- Grown rapidly but sustainably, with 300,000 customers and over 450 Energists.
- On the road to a net-zero future, thanks to our partnership with ESB.
- Customer-centric, tech-led, and passionate about sustainability.
- Driven to do our best for our customers, for each other, and for our planet.
- Supportive, empowering, inclusive workplace culture with opportunities to grow and make an impact.
- Values-driven culture guided by six core values: Clear, Honest, Ambitious, Inquisitive, Caring, Sustainable.
Equal Opportunity
- As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we encourage applications from everyone, and we will ensure fair and accessible recruitment for all.
- Committed to cultivating an environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
- Believe our unique qualities should be celebrated as they are critical to our innovation.
- Essential to bring your authentic self to work every single day, no matter your age, ethnicity, religion, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, caring responsibilities, neurodiversity, or otherwise.
- Inclusion isn’t just an initiative at So Energy. We strive to embed it throughout our entire culture.