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About the RoleA leading global financial services organization is looking for a Data Engineer to join their Enterprise Technology division in Glasgow – 3 days in the office. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high-performing, global engineering team responsible for building, maintaining, and scaling platforms that underpin the organization’s critical business operations.

You’ll join a dynamic development chapter of 70+ engineers, contributing to strategic platforms that support 10,000+ technology professionals worldwide. You’ll work with the latest tools and cloud platforms to drive automation, data integration, and real-time performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

Design and build efficient, scalable, and secure ETL pipelines using Python and Databricks
Integrate and manage cloud-based data warehouses (e.g. Snowflake)
Work with REST APIs and data services to connect and consolidate data across systems
Maintain and optimize data workflows, ensuring performance, scalability, and resilience
Collaborate in a global Agile team-participating in sprint planning, reviews, and stand-ups
Apply rigorous testing and monitoring practices to ensure high reliability of data processes
Contribute to best practices, documentation, and internal tooling for enhanced developer productivity

What We’re Looking For

Proficiency in Python programming with an emphasis on clean, maintainable code
Experience with Databricks or similar platforms for distributed data processing
Strong understanding of ETL principles, data modeling, and data integration
Hands-on experience with cloud-based data warehousing (e.g. Snowflake)
Knowledge of Linux, Git, and RESTful API integrations
Familiarity with Agile development practices
Experience with data orchestration tools like Apache Airflow
Background in big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop)
Exposure to visualization tools such as Power BI
Understanding of ServiceNow integrations or performance tuning
Knowledge of monitoring and APM solutions across large-scale systems

Why Apply?

Work on high-impact platforms used by global engineering teams
Join a diverse, inclusive, and international team of technologists
Hybrid working model with flexible work-life balance
Competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits
Centrally located Glasgow office with onsite gym, restaurant, and modern facilities

We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience.If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require adjustments to the recruitment process, our Adjustment Concierge Service is here to support you. Please reach out to us at adjustments@robertwalters.com to discuss further.

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