Senior Data Engineer

Anson McCade
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
2 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 100K

Job location

Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence
Information Engineering
ETL
Python
Machine Learning
Software Engineering
SQL Databases
TypeScript
Workflow Management Systems
Data Management
Data Pipelines

Job description

This is a hands-on, client-facing position where you'll lead technical delivery and act as a trusted advisor. You'll design and implement innovative solutions, build complex data pipelines, and integrate AI models into operational workflows across industries. The role offers a rare chance to combine software engineering mastery with strategic problem-solving, directly impacting government, defence, healthcare, and commercial clients.

What You'll Do

  • Lead and architect scalable solutions using cutting-edge data platforms.
  • Engineer enterprise-level data pipelines and optimise ETL processes.
  • Develop workflows and decision-support tools that transform operations.
  • Integrate AI and machine learning into client systems, ensuring measurable outcomes.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Set engineering standards, champion best practices, and drive continuous improvement.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Requirements

  • 5+ years in software or data engineering, with strong Python, SQL, and TypeScript skills.
  • Experience with enterprise data platforms, ideally Palantir technologies (Foundry, Gotham, or similar).
  • Advanced knowledge of data engineering, ETL pipelines, and workflow design at scale.
  • Proven track record of leading projects and mentoring teams in client-facing environments.
  • Passion for AI, machine learning, and translating emerging technologies into real-world impact.
  • Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Curiosity, adaptability, and a drive to make a tangible difference.

About the company

* Work at a fast-growing AI consultancy backed by a global technology leader. * Lead mission-critical projects that influence government, healthcare, defence, and commercial sectors. * Gain hands-on experience with advanced analytics, AI, and enterprise data platforms. * Build your career story as a senior leader in data-driven transformation. * Thrive in a collaborative, innovative culture that values curiosity and bold thinking. If you're ready to engineer the future of AI-powered decision-making and make a real-world impact, we want to hear from you.

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