Job Description
Data Engineer - Manchester (Hybrid) - £55,000 + Bonus
The Opportunity:
Lorien Global is proud to partner with a leading North West brand that's redefining its global strategy through data. Following a major migration project, the business is now investing heavily in cutting-edge data solutions to power smarter tech, innovative products, and world-class customer experiences.
The Role:
We're on the lookout for a Data Engineer who's passionate about building scalable, cloud-native data platforms. You'll be a key player in a growing team, helping to shape the future of data infrastructure using AWS, PySpark, Iceberg, and more.
From designing high-performance pipelines to supporting a full-scale migration from SQL Server to AWS, this role offers the chance to work on Real Time data solutions that drive impact across the business. You'll work with analysts, data scientists, and engineers to unlock automation, enable BI, and increase advanced analytics.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Designing and building robust data pipelines using AWS Glue, Lambda, S3, and Redshift
- Leading the migration of Legacy systems to a modern AWS architecture
- Ensuring data quality, integrity, and performance across platforms
- Developing scalable lakehouse and warehouse solutions
- Operationalizing machine learning models and analytics workflows
- Mentoring junior engineers and sharing best practices
- Staying ahead of the curve with emerging data technologies
What You'll Bring:
- Solid hands-on experience with AWS (Glue, Lambda, S3, Redshift, EMR)
- Strong Python, SQL, and PySpark skills
- Deep understanding of data warehousing and lakehouse concepts
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on performance and scalability
- Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical teams
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies and data governance principles
Why Join?
- Competitive salary £40,000-£55,000
- Company bonus scheme
- Enhanced pension contributions
- 25 days holiday (increasing with service)
- Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
- Hybrid working and a collaborative, forward-thinking culture
Ready to shape the future of data in a business where innovation is the norm?
Apply now and let's talk about how you can make an impact.
Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
