Data Engineer 6 month Fixed Term Contract at The Telegraph

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Python, SQL, Google Cloud Platform, AWS, Azure, Big Data, Git, Docker, Bash, ETL, CI/CD, DBT, Data Streams, Airflow, NoSQL, Redis, Elastic Search

Industry

Media Production

Description

About the Role This is a technical role within the Telegraph Data team. Working closely with a cross functional team of Data Engineers, Analysts and Scientists, you’ll be an integral part of the Data Engineering chapter - driving evolution of the data architecture, and optimising business processes. Additionally, alongside senior members, you’ll take part in shaping the team across aspects such as technology and product. You’ll be part of the team that heads development of data platforms, with reliability, scalability and performance in mind. Along with other members of the Data Engineering team, you will help to enable real-time streaming capabilities. You’ll be working with the wider business in order to improve the development of data processing procedures, database structures and of performance to meet business requirements. In return the successful candidate will gain exposure to the full range of technologies in the modern data landscape. It offers fantastic scope for a talented individual with a strong interest in data to broaden their experience. This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in the office on a 6 month fixed term contract basis. Key Responsibilities Build shippable software following Engineering standards in place. Build and maintain key Engineering blocks that other teams can rely upon (such as APIs and Big Data implementations). Support the current stack and be able to extend it with new features as well as work on ad-hoc R&D projects Work closely with TMG’s business intelligence users, operations and development teams on projects and CR’s, encouraging a data driven and pragmatic approach to tackling challenges and problems. Ensure the deliveries are on time and of the required quality Maintain the company’s data assets at required quality levels and help to design and build solid, efficient, stable APIs. Help to maintain our high standard of code and keep up to date with the latest technologies and methodologies to ensure TMG stays ahead of the game. Ensure a globally robust and highly scalable approach to development to support our growing number of global users and services. Enforce best practices in terms of code quality and design of processes. Essential Skills Python development skills, including the ability to implement ETL data pipelines in Python and any familiarity with Rest APIs Advanced SQL scripting knowledge Experience with Google Cloud Platform, (preferable) or AWS/Azure 2+ years of experience in data or software development Knowledge of big data platforms relational databases Knowledge of technologies: Git, Docker, Bash language Ability to propose, design and implement a simple ETL solutions both in batch and real-time Understanding of what is a CI/CD continuous delivery pipeline and ability to design a process and the ability to pick the correct technology for the correct task Desirable Skills Experience with DBT (Data build Tools) to develop data pipelines Experience with Data streams in Google Dataflow or Apache beam Experience using Airflow Experience with NoSQL databases like Redis, Elastic Search The nature of our industry means life at the Telegraph Media Group is fast-paced, demanding, and interesting. We also want it to be rewarding for everyone who works here by creating a suite of benefits that contribute to lifestyle choices and leisure activities. From dynamic working opportunities, medical cover, and parental leave (six months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced paternity/partner leave), to life assurance and season ticket loans, you can choose from a range of flexible benefits, designed to support your lifestyle and help you achieve a healthy work-life balance. Training and development With support from your manager and colleagues, you’ll also have access to a variety of training and development opportunities through The Academy. Covering a range of personal and professional skills, our courses enable you to develop an enjoyable and rewarding career. Our commitment to inclusion At Telegraph Media Group, we foster a diverse and inclusive workplace and we are committed to building a team that reflects a wide variety of skills, perspectives and backgrounds. We believe in equality of opportunity and welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer as part of the government’s Disability Confident Scheme. If you are disabled or have a long-term health condition and would like support in applying for any of our roles or if you require any reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process with us, please make us aware. To find out more about Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging at Telegraph Media Group, and for more information on our purpose, beliefs, and people values, please visit our website

Responsibilities

The Data Engineer will build and maintain key engineering blocks such as APIs and Big Data implementations while ensuring timely and quality deliveries. They will also support the current stack and extend it with new features, collaborating closely with business intelligence users and development teams.