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# Senior Data Engineer

- **Company:** Eden Scott Ltd
- **Location:** UK (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Airflow, JIRA, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Transformation, Groovy, PostgreSQL, Oracle (Applications), Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Sql Optimization, Snowflake, Git, Containerization, Information Technology, Star Schema, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Jenkins
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840675881-senior-data-engineer

## About the Role

* 4+ years advanced SQL experience (Oracle, PostgreSQL).
 * Strong programming skills in Java or Groovy.
 * Experience with DBT for data transformation and modelling (Senior-level expertise preferred).
 * Familiarity with APIs (SOAP, REST), CI/CD tools (GIT, Jenkins), and Cloud concepts.
 * Agile mindset with basic Agile experience, proactive problem-solving, and strong collaboration skills.

Bonus Points

 * Knowledge of Snowflake Analytics Platform (highly desirable for Senior roles).
 * Experience with automation and testing frameworks.

## Description

* Design and deploy data architectures to unlock analytical and business value, including star schema modeling.
 * Build and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines for diverse data sources using tools like Airflow and Airbyte.
 * Develop automated, resilient data workflows in a cloud-native environment.
 * Design tables, build solutions, and identify architecture improvements to enhance performance.
 * Reduce execution time for existing scripts and optimise data processes.
 * Write APIs or ETL jobs to move data across systems.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions.
 * Mentor team members and contribute to engineering best practices.
 * Take ownership of Jira tickets and deliver accountable outcomes., * Be part of a dynamic, outcome-driven team that values innovation and empowerment.
 * Opportunity to lead, mentor, and shape the future of data engineering.
 * Small teams, big impact: You'll have the tools and freedom to innovate without unnecessary bureaucracy.
 * Grow and thrive: They encourage creativity, continuous learning, and mastery of your craft.
 * Real problems, real solutions: Work on meaningful challenges that make a difference for merchants worldwide.


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