Data Engineer

LexisNexis Risk is supportive of women in Technology and has been a founding signature for the Tech Talent Charter. We have the following initiatives in place to support women in technology: Mentoring scheme for women in technology, Women’s network forum, Regularly run events for schools about careers in technology to inspire the next generation of girls in technology

Our Technology Culture:

Explore our culture of Technologists using big data to solve complex problems. We cultivate a collaborative, supportive environment where every one of our people has the Freedom to innovate, Space to be original and Trust to find your own path.

Independent Commodity Intelligence Services (ICIS) is the world’s largest global commodities, energy and sustainability data and analytics service. We put users at the heart of everything we do, solving complex customer problems with simple and intuitive products.

We are seeking a curious and collaborative data engineer (maternity cover) to join our data operations team and help our data science, analytics and product development teams develop exceptional products and services.

ICIS connects data, markets and customers to create a comprehensive trusted view of global commodities markets, enabling smarter business decisions that help optimise the world’s resources. Our aim is to give our customers a competitive advantage in markets that are constantly evolving. Our news, insight and analytical tools are used to inform thousands of quality decisions every day.

This role is critical to deliver ICIS's mission to deliver world class Data and Analytics solutions to our clients. You will be responsible for delivering well designed and quality data products to Data Science and Analytics colleagues. At the heart of the role is the ability to delight your internal customers, always listening to feedback and delivering solutions quickly and efficiently. As a senior engineer, you will also be responsible for coaching and developing other Data Engineers in the team.

This is an outstanding career opportunity within a dynamic market-leading global business. We have a supportive culture with a keen focus on innovation, technical excellence, career development and mutual support.

Key responsibilities 

• Ownership of assigned data products, including data model design, end-to-end data pipeline delivery, data product quality monitoring, requirements analysis and issue resolution.
• Continuous engagement with Data Science and Analytics colleagues to understand requirements for our data-assets.
• Strong customer focus and data-driven mindset
• Identify process improvements that enable efficient delivery and maintenance.
• Openness to learning and managing new technologies as business requirements change.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A team player who works collaboratively, keen to learn and share knowledge with others.
• Good understanding of coding best practices and design patterns.
• Experience with code and data versioning, code quality and optimisation, error handling, logging, monitoring, validation, and alerting.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines to analyse, build, test and deploy the code.
• High level of attention to detail, the ability to think architecturally at ‘big picture’ and able to translate this into practical implementation.
• Strong interpersonal skills: role will require engagement with a varied and senior stakeholder base.
• Detail orientated with strong problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.
• Experience in partnering with a diverse team in multiple locations.

Technical

• Used to working closely with data scientists and analysts and comfortable with rapid prototyping e.g., shipping beta products.
• Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques - SQL preferred, Snowflake experience is a plus, knowledge of OLTP DB's a plus.
• Strong understanding of normalized/dimensional data modelling principles - Dimensional or Vault methodologies preferred.
• Experience working in cloud environment - AWS preferred.
• Expertise in development language - Python preferred.
• Familiar with popular data science tools and deployment methods e.g., Databricks, Docker etc.
• Strong knowledge in Industry data engineering best practices
• Knowledge in using and developing in applicable toolsets e.g., frameworks, stored procedures etc.
• Ability to interface competently with data science and analytics users to finalize requirements.
• Knowledge of test-driven development
• Ability to write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Understanding of automation/other tools to increase efficiency.
• Strong problem solving and research skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve process inefficiencies (e.g., bugs) in the repository.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Basic knowledge of web-technologies (FTP, REST, SOAP, XML, etc.)
• Release management

Domain Specific

• Knowledge of energy or chemical industries a plus but not essential
• Knowledge and experience of Data Engineering, explicitly for the purposes of Data Science and Analytics
• A preference for speed to market over technical perfection

What we offer

• Personal learning opportunities at a worldwide leading market information and insight provider
• Flexibility and trust as part of our corporate culture
• Hybrid working role, based in either Karlsruhe, Germany or London, UK
• Opportunities to take over additional responsibilities to grow in your role
• A vibrant environment working alongside a dynamic and motivated team

Why you should apply:

• interesting data opportunities in a dynamic and fascinating sector
• a sharp focus on data – every job is a data job at ICIS
• be part of a team, critical to the development of ICIS products and services
• clear career framework for data and analytics
• hybrid working

At ICIS, we are a team that thrives on innovation and collaboration in a diverse and inclusive culture. We take pride in finding the best people. This is not just about a proven track-record, but about who you are and how you work. How we do things is just as important as what we do. We search for the behaviours that will make the difference in our team. It starts with drive and the desire to achieve, succeed and grow. Really caring and ensuring delivery and getting things done. Taking ownership and thriving with empowerment. Not afraid to take calculated risks and fail. We put the customer first and have a thirst for learning. If this is you, then get in touch.

What is the working pattern like?

ICIS believes in the flexibility of homeworking, but also in the value of face-to-face collaboration. While we do not mandate the number of days or specific days in the office, there will sometimes be a need to go in more often and the office is open every day for anyone who wants to work there. The ICIS office is based on Bishopsgate in the heart of the City. The building is close to Liverpool Street and Moorgate station and has cycle parking and showers. The office space includes a kitchen area, a rooftop terrace, free tea and coffee and even a table-football table! At ICIS we believe in maintaining a good work-life balance by ‘working smarter, not harder‘, and our working pattern and culture reflects this.

Women in data, analytics and technology at ICIS

Across our parent company, RELX, we have around 10,000 technologists, a quarter of whom are women, which is much higher than the UK average of 17%. While we still have more work to do, ICIS as an organisation and the people within it work hard every day to create a workplace that is always equitable, diverse and inclusive. We are proud to be a signatory of the Women’s Empowerment Principles and to be included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index.

We have the following initiatives in place to support women in data, analytics and technology:

• Mentoring Scheme for Women in Technology
• Women’s Network Forum
• Women in Technology Employee Resource Group
• We proudly support the Tech Talent Charter
• We are partners with Women In Data

Diversity and inclusion at ICIS

At ICIS, we strongly believe that diverse teams perform better. We are committed to building and fostering an inclusive environment where our employees feel welcomed, valued and listened to – an environment where you can thrive being your true self.

Our people are the centre of who we are and what we stand for. OneICIS is how we operate, together, collaboratively and as one voice. We are an open, inclusive and passionate team. Whatever your background you are welcome. We are a flexible employer and happy to accommodate different working solutions for the right talent. We are looking for talented and dynamic team players who focus on delivering successful outcomes. If that sounds like you and the criteria match your skills, we want to hear from you.

We connect data, markets and customers to create a comprehensive, trusted view of the global commodities markets. For our customers, the intelligence we provide is empowering, which as a result influences thousands of decisions across supply chains every single day. We believe the right culture has the same effect. Our culture empowers our people, giving them the confidence and inspiration they need to achieve their aspirations, thrive on innovation and explore more.

At Lexis Nexis Risk Solutions, having diverse employees with different perspectives is key to creating innovative new products for our global customers. We have 30 diversity employee networks globally and prioritize inclusive leadership and equitable processes as part of our culture. Our aim is for every employee to be the best version of themselves. We would actively welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds and underrepresented groups.