Data Engineer

Apexon; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A digital-first technology services firm seeks a Data Engineer to enhance business transformation through data management and analytics. The successful candidate will create data models, optimize pipelines, and use tools like Python and Tableau to provide actionable insights. With a strong educational background in Data Science or Computer Science and at least five years of experience, you will play a key role in auditing and risk assessment processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or related fields.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering or analytics.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data models to support audit processes.
• Build and optimize data pipelines and warehousing solutions.
• Develop reporting and analytics solutions using Python and Tableau.

Skills

SQL

Data modeling

Python

Tableau

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Data Science or Computer Science

Tools

Tableau

Hadoop

Snowflake

Oracle

SQL Server

MongoDB

Job description

About Apexon: Apexon is a digital-first technology services firm specializing in accelerating business transformation and delivering human-centric digital experiences. We meet customers at every stage of the digital lifecycle, helping them outperform their competition through speed and innovation. Apexon combines core competencies in AI, analytics, app development, cloud, commerce, CX, data, DevOps, IoT, mobile, quality engineering, and UX, with deep expertise in BFSI, healthcare, and life sciences to capitalize on digital opportunities. Our reputation is built on comprehensive engineering services, solving complex technology problems, and continuous improvement. Backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Everstone Capital, Apexon has a global presence with 15 offices and 10 delivery centers across four continents.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design, develop, and maintain logical and physical data models to support audit and risk assessment processes.
2. Build, maintain, and optimize data pipelines and warehousing solutions for structured and unstructured data.
3. Develop reporting and analytics solutions using Python and Tableau.
4. Create interactive dashboards to communicate audit insights and risk assessments effectively.
5. Collaborate with auditors, stakeholders, and IT teams to understand data needs and perform data analysis aligned with audit objectives.
6. Perform data validation, integrity checks, and governance to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
7. Utilize SQL, data modeling tools, and scripting languages to define and implement database solutions.
8. Maintain data dictionaries, metadata, and schema documentation.
9. Document data structures, business logic, and workflows for transparency and knowledge sharing.
10. Optimize dashboard performance and usability through best practices in data visualization.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, or related fields.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in data engineering, data modeling, data architecture, or analytics.
• Expertise in SQL, database design, and entity relationship modeling.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases like Oracle, SQL Server, MongoDB, etc.
• Knowledge of big data technologies such as Hadoop and Snowflake.
• Experience with ETL tools and SQL development.
• Proficiency with reporting tools like Tableau and programming in Python.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of internal audit, risk management, and compliance is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience with data modeling tools like Erwin, ER Studio, Lucidchart, PowerDesigner.
• Background in financial, banking, or regulatory environments.
• Knowledge of data governance and data lineage tools.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Apexon is certified by Great Place To Work in the regions it operates. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, prohibiting discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Perks and Benefits: Our benefits are designed to recognize your skills, support continuous learning, and care for you and your loved ones.

Job Location: Birmingham, UK