Principal Data Engineer

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Principal Data Engineer - Hybrid (Bristol or London) - 80 - 110k

Spinks are working with an established, rapidly growing digital consultancy who are looking to bolster their awesome Data Team with another experienced Principal Data Engineer. As a Principal Data Engineering Consultant, you will be an expert in your field, a confident leader & an advocate for User-Centred digital solutions.

What we're looking for:

• Prior experience in at least one of the Government, PubSec, or Consultancy sector & a proven background in stakeholder management / client facing roles.
• Excellent demonstrable experience with Python, and at least one other programming language (Java, Go, Rust etc).
• Excellent experience with SQL and relational databases, in addition to NoSQL database exposure.
• Strong experience with at least one cloud provider (AWS, Azure or GCP).

What you'll be doing:

• Engaging with stakeholders, both internally & externally, acting as the Technical SME.
• Design and manage software development and deployment pipelines resolving issues and potential bottlenecks before they occur.
• Be a strong communicator and presenter, presenting prototypes, solutions, and progress to internal/external stakeholders in a clear concise manner.
• Building reliable Data Pipelines.
• Promoting Test-Driven Development and/or Behaviour Driven Development.
• Continuously review and prioritise the delivery team's workload and anticipate the need for realignment with evolving operational priorities and complex work-streams or assignments.

What's in it for you:

• Collaborative working environment in a rapidly growing Digital Services Consultancy.
• Constant growth mindset & continuous learning opportunities.
• Salary: 80 - 100K (Up to 110k in London).
• Hybrid Working - 2 days p/w onsite in either London OR Bristol.
• 25 Days Holiday + UK Public Holidays.
• 6% Pension with employee contributions of 2%.
• Season ticket loans.
• Additional flexible benefits package tailored to suit your needs.

If you're interested in this position, please don't hesitate to apply or reach out to one of our consultants!