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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer - Data Technology Platforms(Associate Data Architect II) - **Company:** UST - **Location:** London, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** .NET Framework, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Databases, Data Architecture, Data Validation, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Systems, Data Warehousing, Decision Support Systems, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Systems Development Life Cycle, Release Management, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Technical Data Management Systems, Cloud Platform System, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Azure Data Factory, Snowflake, Data Strategy, Git, Deployment Automation, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing - **Published:** July 24, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7a2ec271785ffa50 ## About the Role Data Engineering & Development * Strong expertise in SQL database development and optimization. * Hands-on experience with: * + Snowflake + DBT + Azure Data Factory + Python * Experience designing and developing enterprise-scale data pipelines and integrations. * Strong knowledge of data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL/ELT practices. * Proven ability to tune and optimize solutions handling large data volumes. Cloud & DevOps * Experience with cloud-native data platforms, preferably on Microsoft Azure. * Strong knowledge of: * + Azure DevOps + Git + CI/CD pipelines + Automated deployment practices * Experience implementing engineering best practices, testing, and release management processes. Software Engineering * Ability to develop well-structured, maintainable, and thoroughly tested solutions. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. * Experience supporting production systems and driving operational excellence. Stakeholder & Business Engagement * Experience working with senior business and technology stakeholders. * Strong communication and relationship management skills. * Ability to balance delivery timelines with strategic platform evolution., * Experience within Financial Services, Asset Management, Banking, Wealth Management, or Capital Markets. * Development experience using: * + .NET / C# + Azure Functions + Azure Services * Familiarity with Agile delivery frameworks and methodologies. * Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD) and test automation practices. * Knowledge of modern data governance and data quality frameworks. * Exposure to AI, analytics, and advanced data platform capabilities. #UST Skills Azure DevOps, Data Validation, Azure Functions, Cloud Data Warehousing, SQL, Python ## Description Seeking an experienced and data-focused Principal Software Engineer to join our Data Technology Platforms team. This team is responsible for building, enhancing, and operating enterprise-wide data platforms that support operational, analytical, regulatory, and AI-driven business capabilities. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in modern data engineering, database technologies, cloud platforms, and data governance. You will play a key role in defining strategic data solutions, partnering with business and technology stakeholders, and delivering scalable, high-performance data platforms that enable data-driven decision making across the organization. This role is suited to a technology leader who combines strong hands-on engineering skills with strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and a passion for delivering business value through data. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Technical Leadership * Drive the design and evolution of modern, cloud-based data platforms. * Translate business requirements into scalable, reusable, and strategic data solutions. * Provide technical leadership across data engineering initiatives and platform modernization efforts. * Champion best practices in architecture, data governance, quality, security, and scalability. Solution Delivery * Analyze business and technical requirements and evaluate solution viability. * Design, develop, test, and deploy enterprise-grade data solutions. * Support the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), from requirements through production support. * Ensure solutions are maintainable, supportable, and aligned with enterprise standards. * Optimize performance for large-scale data processing and analytics workloads. Stakeholder Management * Partner with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, analysts, engineers, and support teams. * Act as a trusted advisor on data strategy and platform capabilities. * Manage competing priorities while balancing immediate delivery needs with long-term strategic objectives. * Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences. 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