Data Engineer
We are looking for an experienced Data Engineer who will use innovative GCP technology and Cloud Spanner at scale to develop a unified identification service that connects millions of Virgin Media and O2 customers together.
This is a varied role where you will collaborate with highly skilled Architects, DevOps and Analytic Engineering teams to achieve key results for our stakeholders as well as playing an instrumental role in identifying areas for improvement, proposing innovative ideas, and contributing to the overall growth and success of our data team.
The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.
Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.
Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.
Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all
Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.
In order to be considered, you must have the following experience;
- Have strong SQL skills including analytic functions and ensuring data quality.
- Demonstrable production experience working on a cloud environment, preferably GCP.
- Have experience of using a data warehouse engine such as BigQuery or Redshift .
- Have strong proficiency in Python with proven Data Engineering experience.
We'd also love you to bring;
- An understanding of DevOps best practices including IaC and CI/CD
- Hands on experience of Apache Beam on Cloud Dataflow
Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.
Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.
If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a take home technical exercise and two stage interview.
When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.
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