Principal Data Consultant
Bristol / Hybrid (2 days per week onsite)
£90,000 - £110,000 per annum depending on experience
Primus Connect are representing a tech company focused on accelerating digital delivery
About the Role
Working within an agile development team, the Principal Data Consultant will be responsible for delivering client data engineering projects, enhancing data engineering capacities, fostering the growth of their technology professionals, and shaping the approach to data, both internally and for their clients.
The Principal Data Consultant holds the highest position for data expertise in the team. While not directly responsible for managerial roles, you will serve as a leader and expert in the field, actively participating in coaching and mentoring. Additionally, you will be contributing to broader operational and strategic responsibilities.
Education and Experience
As the Principal Data Consultant, you will demonstrate leadership experience with teams and problem-solving on an enterprise scale within the realms of Data Architecture, Science, or Analytics.
Proficiency in hands-on technical project delivery for client-facing data initiatives, spanning the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) from design through migration, integration, and live service, all within a multi-vendor environment.
Essential skills include expertise in
- Python and SQL, with knowledge of R and Scala as advantageous.
- Strong proficiency in cloud-native data engineering, encompassing Azure (e.g., CosmosDB, DataFactory, DataWarehouse, SQL DB, Snowflake, DataBricks).
- Experience in applying AI/ML in data engineering is a valuable addition.
- Proven track record in quality assurance for data programs, encompassing non-functional testing and performance optimization.
- Hands-on involvement in modern software delivery, including Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) and DevOps practices, with a deep understanding and extensive history of delivering complex data solutions using Agile methodologies like Scrum and SAFe.
- A solid grasp of industry best practices related to standards, quality, and continuous improvement in the field of Data Engineering.
- Proficiency in handling large-scale enterprise batch and real-time processing from diverse data sources.
- Experience in designing and building scalable enterprise data architectures.
Why join?
- Opportunities to engage in projects for prominent clients and the chance to contribute to impactful work that positively influences people's lives.
- A "Blended Working" approach, granting you the flexibility to work from various locations, including your home, your local office, client sites.
- A dedicated career scrum team is in place to support your professional growth, helping you achieve your career objectives and acquire the necessary skills for personal development.
- An annual budget allocated for training and skill enhancement, which includes designated days off, allowing you to focus on learning without sacrificing your free time.
- Enjoy monthly and quarterly team social events, funded by us, spanning from informal after-work gatherings to exciting driving experience days with your fellow team members.
- A nurturing and inclusive environment where you can be your authentic self and take on challenges with confidence.
What’s on offer?
£90,000 - £110,000 salary
26 days holiday allowance + bank holidays
13 days per year for innovation or upskilling
2 days per year for volunteering
Share scheme
A £1000 flexi-fund to use on a personalised list of benefits such Gym membership, Cycle to Work Scheme, Health, dental and optical cash plan
PLUS many more
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