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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Engineer - **Company:** Admiral - **Location:** Cardiff, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £43,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, BigQuery, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Data Warehousing, Database Queries, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), MicroStrategy, Performance Tuning, Role-Based Access Control, Release Management, Power BI, Cloud Services, Tableau (Software), Scripting, Delivery Pipeline, Snowflake, Git, Terraform, Looker Analytics, Software Version Control - **Published:** July 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=264c21bcec11a64a ## About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic, numerically minded individual with a strong interest in data and a creative approach to problem-solving. This role requires someone who is confident working independently, making technical decisions, raising engineering standards, and sharing knowledge with others. As part of a platform-focused team, you will also be expected to support the solutions you build and, where needed, take part in out-of-hours support. Working in an agile environment, you will need to be comfortable both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, evolving setting. This calls for someone who can meet agreed deadlines, communicate clearly, and think innovatively., * Expert knowledge and experience administering Looker, including user access, roles and permissions, GCP IAM integration, environment management, and service accounts. * Good understanding of LookML, deployment workflows and version control practices. * Experience supporting BI platforms, with strong troubleshooting and performance optimisation skills. * Strong experience with CI/CD, release management, and automation tools using Azure DevOps and Terraform. * Strong SQL skills, with the ability to investigate data issues and support platform users effectively. * Knowledge of Git and experience working within engineering standards, governance processes and controlled change environments. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, both technical and non-technical, with the ability to build effective relationships horizontally and vertically across the business. * A proactive, collaborative approach and experience working effectively in agile, fast-paced environments. * Adaptable and open to change, with a willingness to upskill in MicroStrategy administration * Able to drive change and innovation, with strong strategic awareness and a broader business perspective. Desirable Skills and Experience * Experience with other BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau. * Knowledge of Python or scripting for automation. * Experience with cloud data platforms such as Big Query or Snowflake. * Knowledge of data modelling. ## Description As part of a Visualisation Admin squad, you will provide platform administration support for our BI tools, primarily Looker and MicroStrategy, ensuring high-quality, reliable services. * Own and administer the Looker platform, maintaining availability, performance, stability and security. * Manage platform configuration, user access, roles, permissions, service accounts and governance controls in line with security and audit requirements. * Manage LookML deployments and source control processes using Azure DevOps to support safe, efficient and repeatable change delivery. * Support release planning and controlled platform changes to ensure smooth, low-risk delivery. * Monitor platform usage, performance and incidents, identify root causes, and implement lasting improvements. * Promote BI administration best practice, including standards for naming, folder structures, access models, content lifecycle and environment management. * Work closely with engineers, analysts and stakeholders to understand requirements, resolve issues and support effective use of Looker across the business. * Use automation and infrastructure-as-code approaches where possible to improve consistency, reduce manual effort and strengthen platform controls. * Contribute to technical design, change management and release planning for BI platform enhancements and strategic initiatives. * Coach and support team members by sharing knowledge, promoting engineering standards and encouraging continuous improvement. * Actively take part in squad, chapter and guild ceremonies, contributing to team culture, delivery practices and wider Data Tribe goals. * Bring forward innovative ideas and practical solutions to improve how our BI platforms are managed, used and developed. * Keep your skills up to date by following advancements in business intelligence solutions and data warehousing, bringing forward ideas that improve platform capability, resilience and user experience. 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