Data Engineer (GCP)

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Do you have a robust background in software and data engineering with extensive experience using GCP? Based in Bristol, this forward-thinking financial services company is looking for a talented Data Engineer to join their Consumer Servicing and Engagement Platform team. This role is pivotal in developing innovative financial tools and insights that empower millions of customers to take control of their finances. Ready to make a significant impact and drive change in the industry?

The client

About them

This innovative financial services firm is on a mission to redefine how they serve their extensive customer base through strategic investments in technology, data, and people. They are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the diversity of their customers. The company emphasizes personal and professional growth, encouraging continuous learning and development. With a strong focus on work-life balance, they offer flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment where employees can thrive.

By joining this team, you will be part of a transformative journey, working on cutting-edge projects that impact millions of users. The immediate focus will be on enhancing their money management tools and adding exciting new features, making a significant difference in the financial wellbeing of their customers.

The role

What will I be doing?

You will play a critical role in the design, development, and deployment of new features within the Consumer Servicing and Engagement Platform. Collaborating closely with Business Analysts, Product Owners, Architects, and Engineering Leads, you will drive the development process within an agile framework. Your contributions will focus on creating, supporting, and enhancing financial management tools, ensuring high-quality engineering practices are upheld.

The candidate

What’s in it for me?

You’ll receive a competitive salary of up to £80K, and hybrid working along with a robust benefits package. Benefits include a substantial pension contribution of up to 15%, an annual performance-based bonus, and participation in share schemes, including free shares. You’ll also get 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays, access to various well-being initiatives, generous parental leave policies, and adaptable lifestyle benefits such as discounted shopping.

What experience do I need?

You will have a strong software engineering background and extensive experience with GCP cloud. With proficiency in Java and Golang (preferably both), experience in real-time data processing and application streaming using Kafka, and proficiency with Docker and container orchestration tools like Kubernetes. A solid understanding of how system design impacts scalability, resilience, and supportability is crucial. While a background in software engineering rather than pure data engineering is preferred here, experience with machine learning algorithms would also be advantageous here.

We welcome diversity

We welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences. Our team includes parents, the self-taught, the university-educated, and people of a wide variety of nationalities, ages, and socio-economic backgrounds.

Obviously, we’re looking to ensure it’s a solid fit from both sides: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you’re proud to come to every day for work.

We know that diverse teams are strong teams, and welcome those with alternative identities, backgrounds, and experiences to apply to be part of life at Zebra People. We are committed to a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. We would be happy to meet any accommodation requests during the application or interview process, please just let us know.