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# Solutions Engineer

- **Company:** Data Science Festival
- **Location:** Greater London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Information Engineering, Data Systems, Python (Programming Language), Standard Sql, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Google Cloud, Data Analytics
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815311031-solutions-engineer

## About the Role

* Proven experience in a data engineering, analytics, or solutions architecture role
 * Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
 * Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language
 * Excellent client communication skills, with a track record of successful delivery in consulting or professional services
 * Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure) and modern data tooling is a strong plus
 * Understanding of the software development lifecycle and data product design

If you're excited about solving high-impact problems and collaborating with diverse teams to bring data solutions to life, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV for initial screening and more details.

## Description

Data Idols are working with a fast-growing technology organisation to hire a Sales Engineer. This is a highly collaborative, client-facing role focused on delivering impactful, data-driven solutions to real-world business challenges.

The Opportunity

As a Sales Engineer, you'll operate at the crossroads of data engineering, analytics, and stakeholder engagement. You'll be embedded directly into client teams, helping to scope business needs, define solution architecture, and implement scalable data products that deliver measurable value.

This role offers the chance to bridge technical expertise with commercial outcomes, perfect for someone who enjoys designing and deploying solutions while partnering closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. If you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy turning complex requirements into production-ready tools, this role is for you.

What You'll Be Doing

 * Engaging directly with clients to understand their business problems and technical constraints
 * Building prototypes and production-grade systems using Python, SQL, and modern cloud platforms
 * Supporting deployment and integration of solutions within client environments
 * Acting as a trusted advisor, helping clients understand the impact and value of data solutions

Skills and Experience

 * Proven experience in a data engineering, analytics, or solutions architecture role
 * Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
 * Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language
 * Excellent client communication skills, with a track record of successful delivery in consulting or professional services
 * Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, Azure) and modern data tooling is a strong plus
 * Understanding of the software development lifecycle and data product design

If you're excited about solving high-impact problems and collaborating with diverse teams to bring data solutions to life, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV for initial screening and more details.


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