Data Platform Engineer II

The Data Platform Engineer is responsible for the implementation of data centric business deliverables – data manipulation, building data systems and data pipelines. It is expected that the Data Platform Engineer can contribute to data solution design as well articulate this back to the business with clarity. Designed and/or implemented business solutions will be considered fit for purpose on several levels notably: cost, requirement, resilience, performance, security and future proofing/improvements. The Engineer will collaborate with and support technology teams, data researchers, data analysts and data scientists on data initiatives and will ensure optimal data delivery architecture is consistent throughout ongoing projects. This person would also be key in the distribution of knowledge and skills around data manipulation and data flow services to the wider Technology team/members.

Ability to work with Azure Cloud data related services and Microsoft SQL Server is essential to the role but not limited to them.

To ensure consistent operational functionality Data Platform Engineer is expected to get involved in occasional intervention responding to critical issues outside of core hours. The workload would be typically shared across team members and appropriate compensation would be given in return for the time served.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function in the company.

Technical skills/experiences:

• Experience in SQL(T-SQL) programming

• Experience in Data Processing and Integration Tools (ADF / SSIS)

• Experience in Data Storage and Management Systems, Data Formats (RDBMS / NoSQL / JSON / XML)

• Experience in Agile methodologies

• Fundamental programming skills

• Experience in working with Microsoft Azure Data Services

• Experience in CI/CD Tools (preferably Azure DevOps)

• Experience in writing infrastructure as code scripts (ARM Templates / PowerShell / Bash)

• Experience in Business Intelligence tools (SSRS / PowerBI / Tableau)

• Microsoft Azure Fundamentals certified

• Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate certified

• Knowledge in Microsoft PowerApps

• Advantageous – degree in Computer science, IT or similar

• Advantageous – any other data engineering or Cloud platform certifications

Personal Competencies:

• Self-Motivated - Demonstrable self-motivation to learn new skills and technologies, grasp new concepts with a drive to take on personal responsibility

• Adaptable - Capability to anticipate, trouble shoot and solve issues decisively with the confidence to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Organized - Excellent administrative and organisational skills with the ability to manage responsibilities and respond to internal and external requests in a timely manner, and multi-task as required

• Communicative and social - Excellent English oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate well within their team and the broader Technology group including 3rd parties. Can present and drive solutions to their full completion

• Assertive – Must be able to ensure Agile concepts and principles are adhered to, must be able to be a voice of reason

• Situationally Aware –Ability to think ahead and anticipate problems/issues and find solutions. Must be the first to notice differences and issues as they arise and elevate them to responsible roles

• Enthusiastic – Must have a passion for all things Agile and demonstrate this through continuous learning and improvements initiatives

• Attitude of transparency – Must desire to bring disclosure and transparency to the business about development and grow business trust

• Autonomy - Ability to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision

• Critical thinking – Ability to apply sound logic and reasoning skills to facilitate decision making. Displays high level of numeracy, attention to detail and accuracy in all assigned activities adhering to internal rules and scripting standards

• Culture driven - Dedicated to fostering a culture that is about creativity, communication and purposeful technology to deliver business value

• Mentorship – be able to cross train other members of the team and help them to develop skills to the benefit of the team and organization

Key responsibilities

Data Solutions Implementation – Applying business-data logic to identify, design and implement internal process improvements: automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing.

Performance and Testing - Need to ensure that products in production perform as efficiently and effectively as possible. At the same time follow internal testing practices applying appropriate review strategies.

Continuous Learning - The Engineer is expected to always be up to date with industry standards and technological advancements that would improve the quality of product development, to apply the knowledge to enhance business continuity, performance, security and costs savings. 

Creating best practices - Contribute to creation of best practices and standards which must be followed when creating any business solutions that the team owns.

Monitoring and Support – Ensure any services that the team owns are always in best health, respond to incidents.  

Training - Spread the knowledge learned. Train colleagues how to work with various products, services that the team owns and what standards and best practices to follow.

Documentation - Create required documentation to meet business objectives and compliance requirements. Present appropriate material back to others with clarity.

Our values

·       We act with integrity

·       We are curious about the world

·       We are stronger together

·       We seek to empower

·       We find strength in diversity

International: not only do we have a very multinational workforce in each office, but we are all dealing with our 15 offices worldwide on a daily basis. With 15 offices globally there are regular opportunities for international transfer.

Hardworking but sociable: our staff know how to work hard but also how to enjoy themselves We pride ourselves on creating an appropriate work-life balance, with flexible hours and regular socialising including frequent after work meet ups, summer and Christmas parties and a whole range of sports and other groups to be involved with.

Committed to making a difference: We think that people are looking for something worthwhile in a company beyond the workplace. Our extensive Corporate Social Responsibility Programme gives each member of staff two volunteering days a year in addition to holidays. It sees us reaching out into the local community with our mentoring, group volunteering, and fundraising initiatives as well as supporting international charities through our website sales, matching staff sponsorship fundraising, and carbon offsetting all our flights, amongst many other activities.

Opportunities to grow:we offer extensive training and development opportunities at all levels. The vast majority of our managers and directors have been promoted from within and many have moved across departments as well as upwards. We pride ourselves on identifying and rewarding talent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Euromonitor International does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability and genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.