Data Engineer

Propel Finance was established in 1996 to provide flexible and accessible finance to SMEs across the country. Now, more than 20 years on, Propel has grown to become one of the UK’s largest, independent finance houses. We have continued to deliver leading-edge finance solutions through a unique combination of teamwork and technology.

From this continued success we are now looking to recruit Data Engineer to allow us to continue our exciting growth plans.

Our aim is to take the service we offer to the next level, to push the boundaries of what’s available, and to create great customer experiences consistent with our values. Does that sound like something you’d like to be part of?

This is a 12-month fixed term contract.

As a Data Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines, optimizing data flows, and ensuring data integrity across various systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data engineering, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for solving complex data challenges.

Role responsibilities;

• Design, develop, and implement data solutions on the Azure cloud platform, including data ingestion, data transformation, and data storage.
• Build and maintain data pipelines, ETL processes, and data integration workflows using Azure services such as Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory and Azure Databricks.
• Automate the deployment, monitoring, and management of data pipelines and data solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather data requirements and define data models

Key skills required;

• Proven experience as a Data Engineer, with a focus on Azure cloud platform.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure services such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Databricks, Azure SQL Database, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Storage, Azure DevOps etc.
• Strong programming skills in languages like SQL, Python, and PowerShell.
• Experience with Apache Spark, Tableau and Power Platform would be beneficial

So, why would you want to work here?

We have a great working environment and we’re an ambitious business. We achieve so much because of our people. Everyone in the business, no matter their team or role can shape the outcome, share ideas, make suggestions, and have their voice heard. It’s a truly collaborative place to work.

At Propel, we embrace hybrid working and with modern offices in Newport, London and Manchester, plus a field-based sales team, you’ll never be too far away from colleagues.

This is a remote role, on a 12 month fixed term contract.

Benefits you can expect:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Competitive Salary
• 2 additional days holiday after 5 years’ service
• Buy additional annual leave (up to 5 additional days)
• Company Private Medical Insurance (PMI) (opt in)
• Medicash Payment Plan (Opt in with discounted rates)
• Subsidised gym membership at £15 a month (Newport only)
• Half day seasonal shopping
• Auto enrolment pension – 3% employer contribution subject to eligibility
• Life Assurance 3 x basic salary
• Electric Car Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7
• Company events and reward schemes

We are proud to be a member of Stonewall’s Diversity Champions programme and are committed to improving workplace inclusion.

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