Data Engineer - Cloud Data Solutions

We have an exciting new role for Data Engineer to join our CTO Fixed Network team. The team is responsible for migrating applications to the cloud and this is a key role to build and deploy the cloud data pipelines.

You will be building, developing, and maintaining resilient data pipelines to support the extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of diverse data sets. Improving data quality, ensuring efficient data processing, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the organisation will be a key part of your role. You’ll also be supporting junior members of the team through technical advice and peer reviews. The technology stack focuses around DBT (Data Build Tool), GCP, SQL and Python.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable ETL processes for collecting, processing, and storing large volumes of telecommunications data within the fixed network domain.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and implement solutions to meet business needs.
• Design and optimize data models for efficient storage and retrieval of information within the fixed network domain.
• Implement data quality checks and validation processes to ensure accuracy and consistency of data.
• Work within GCP environments to leverage their services for data storage, processing, and analysis.
• Collaborate with data scientists and insight analysts to facilitate the integration of reporting responsibilities and machine learning models into data pipelines.
• Monitor and troubleshoot data pipeline issues to ensure continuous availability and performance.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies to drive innovation in data engineering across the wider team.

Who we are

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.

The must haves

• Strong expertise in designing and implementing ETL processes and data pipelines.
• High level of expertise with GCP or similar cloud platform and services within a data engineering context.
• Proven experience using DBT as the data transformation tool.
• Proven experience as a Data Engineer within a large corporation.

The other stuff we are looking for

• Python and SQL for data processing and data manipulation.
• Understanding and experience in crafting data models within relational databases.
• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

What's in it for you

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.

Next steps

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.

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. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.

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