Senior Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer - FinTech

A fast-growing fintech business transforming how companies move money internationally through a modern payments platform are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join their team.

What Will I Be Doing:

  • Design, build, and optimise scalable ETL/ELT pipelines within a modern Databricks environment.
  • Develop and maintain workflow orchestration, monitoring, alerting, and data quality controls.
  • Integrate external platforms and APIs into the wider data ecosystem.
  • Collaborate with Data, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, and BI teams to deliver commercially impactful data products.
  • Contribute to AI initiatives, platform architecture, and the ongoing evolution of the company's data strategy.

What We're Looking For:

  • Strong commercial experience in Data Engineering, with hands-on expertise in Databricks and Azure.
  • Advanced skills in Python, PySpark, and SQL, with experience building scalable data platforms.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD practices and tools such as GitHub, Terraform, and deployment automation platforms.
  • Experience implementing data governance, monitoring, and quality frameworks.
  • A proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. FinTech or Payments experience is a plus.

What's In It For Me?

  • Work with a modern, AI-first technology stack on projects with direct commercial impact.
  • Join a collaborative, high-performing team that values innovation and continuous learning.
  • Clear progression opportunities into technical leadership and platform ownership.
  • Competitive package including bonus, enhanced pension, private healthcare, and 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Apply now for immediate consideration!

Job Details

Company
Understanding Recruitment
Location
London Area, United Kingdom
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