An exciting technology-led organisation in London is looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing platform team as they continue to build out their data and analytics capability. Based in: London Hybrid working: 1-2 days a week in the office Permanent role Start date: ASAP Salary: Up to £75k per annum The Job As the Lead Data Engineer , your responsibilities will include: Leading the design and delivery of a modern cloud data platform supporting analytics, AI and client-facing data products Owning data pipeline architecture across ingestion, transformation and data product layers Setting and maintaining data engineering standards, patterns and best practices across squads Mentoring and leading a small team of Data Engineers and working closely with Analytics Engineers and Data Scientists Remaining hands-on with complex technical delivery, architecture decisions and code reviews Defining CI/CD, testing, observability and infrastructure-as-code standards for data pipelines Ensuring strong data governance, security controls and compliance across all datasets Partnering with Product and commercial teams on data initiatives and client data onboarding Supporting analytics, BI and AI/ML use cases with well-structured, documented and reliable data models You 5+ years' experience in data engineering or data platform roles Strong hands-on experience with SQL, Python and distributed data processing Proven experience building and operating modern cloud data platforms Experience with technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks and Power BI Strong understanding of CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code and data quality practices Solid knowledge of data security, access controls and governance Comfortable operating as a hands-on technical leader , mentoring others and influencing standards Strong stakeholder communication skills Apply Now You can apply for the Lead Data Engineer position now by sending us your CV or by calling us today. Don't forget to register as a candidate too. Amy Brown Principal Managing Consultant Sphere Digital Recruitment currently has a variety of job opportunities across digital, so feel free to get in touch to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
May 15, 2026
Full time
An exciting technology-led organisation in London is looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing platform team as they continue to build out their data and analytics capability. Based in: London Hybrid working: 1-2 days a week in the office Permanent role Start date: ASAP Salary: Up to £75k per annum The Job As the Lead Data Engineer , your responsibilities will include: Leading the design and delivery of a modern cloud data platform supporting analytics, AI and client-facing data products Owning data pipeline architecture across ingestion, transformation and data product layers Setting and maintaining data engineering standards, patterns and best practices across squads Mentoring and leading a small team of Data Engineers and working closely with Analytics Engineers and Data Scientists Remaining hands-on with complex technical delivery, architecture decisions and code reviews Defining CI/CD, testing, observability and infrastructure-as-code standards for data pipelines Ensuring strong data governance, security controls and compliance across all datasets Partnering with Product and commercial teams on data initiatives and client data onboarding Supporting analytics, BI and AI/ML use cases with well-structured, documented and reliable data models You 5+ years' experience in data engineering or data platform roles Strong hands-on experience with SQL, Python and distributed data processing Proven experience building and operating modern cloud data platforms Experience with technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks and Power BI Strong understanding of CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code and data quality practices Solid knowledge of data security, access controls and governance Comfortable operating as a hands-on technical leader , mentoring others and influencing standards Strong stakeholder communication skills Apply Now You can apply for the Lead Data Engineer position now by sending us your CV or by calling us today. Don't forget to register as a candidate too. Amy Brown Principal Managing Consultant Sphere Digital Recruitment currently has a variety of job opportunities across digital, so feel free to get in touch to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. Sphere Digital Recruitment currently have a variety of job opportunities across digital so feel free to get in touch with us to find out how we can help you. Please take a look at our website. Sphere is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications regardless of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation, and any other protected status as required by applicable law. If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let us know.
Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack - Energy 70,000 to 95,000 Permanent London, hybrid The opportunity Our client is hiring a Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack, to help build the next generation of customer-facing software in the energy market. Operating in a complex, high-value sector, the business is combining technology, data, and product thinking to modernise an area of the energy industry that has historically been underserved by great software. We have already placed 3 people into the business and are pleased to be supporting them again on this important hire. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for a frontend-strong engineer who wants real ownership, autonomy, and the chance to build products from scratch. They are looking for someone with strong React and TypeScript capability, alongside solid backend exposure across Python, APIs, and databases. As a Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack, you will play a key role in shaping what gets built, how it is built, and how it evolves as the business scales. For the right person, this is a chance to join a growing company at the right stage and make a visible impact. The role is based in Mayfair, London, with a hybrid setup of 2 to 3 days per week in the office. The role This Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack role has a clear frontend lean. They need someone who can build high-quality frontend products from scratch, while also working confidently across backend services, integrations, and data-driven workflows. The frontend is a central part of the brief, but they want someone who understands the wider system and can contribute beyond the UI. The product sits in a data-rich environment, with workflows across billing, metering, reporting, consumption, and asset performance. They need an engineer who can take complexity and turn it into clean, reliable software that customers genuinely value. This is a high-ownership role in a growing team, well suited to someone who enjoys pace, autonomy, and being trusted to deliver. What you will be doing Building customer-facing products from scratch using React, TypeScript, and modern frontend tooling Owning frontend quality, user experience, and engineering standards Contributing across the stack, including backend integrations, APIs, product logic, and Python-based services Working with SQL, Databricks, and related data systems Turning complex operational and commercial workflows into clear product experiences Collaborating closely with product, engineering, data, and leadership Helping shape technical standards and architecture as the team grows What they are looking for Strong React and TypeScript experience A frontend-strong engineer who can build products from scratch Solid backend exposure, ideally with Python Experience with databases and data platforms such as SQL and Databricks Experience building customer-facing software in a commercial environment Strong product instincts and a practical, hands-on approach Comfortable with ownership, pace, and autonomy Nice to have Energy, trading, or fintech experience Startup or scale-up background Data visualisation experience Interest in AI tools and modern engineering practices Why join High ownership from day one The chance to build frontend products from scratch Real influence over product and technical direction Broad exposure across frontend, backend, data, and product Strong long-term growth potential as the business scales Summary This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack who wants to build meaningful products in the energy market, with real autonomy and scope to grow. If you are strong in React and TypeScript, but also comfortable across backend systems, Python, APIs, and data platforms, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact in a growing business.
May 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack - Energy 70,000 to 95,000 Permanent London, hybrid The opportunity Our client is hiring a Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack, to help build the next generation of customer-facing software in the energy market. Operating in a complex, high-value sector, the business is combining technology, data, and product thinking to modernise an area of the energy industry that has historically been underserved by great software. We have already placed 3 people into the business and are pleased to be supporting them again on this important hire. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for a frontend-strong engineer who wants real ownership, autonomy, and the chance to build products from scratch. They are looking for someone with strong React and TypeScript capability, alongside solid backend exposure across Python, APIs, and databases. As a Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack, you will play a key role in shaping what gets built, how it is built, and how it evolves as the business scales. For the right person, this is a chance to join a growing company at the right stage and make a visible impact. The role is based in Mayfair, London, with a hybrid setup of 2 to 3 days per week in the office. The role This Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack role has a clear frontend lean. They need someone who can build high-quality frontend products from scratch, while also working confidently across backend services, integrations, and data-driven workflows. The frontend is a central part of the brief, but they want someone who understands the wider system and can contribute beyond the UI. The product sits in a data-rich environment, with workflows across billing, metering, reporting, consumption, and asset performance. They need an engineer who can take complexity and turn it into clean, reliable software that customers genuinely value. This is a high-ownership role in a growing team, well suited to someone who enjoys pace, autonomy, and being trusted to deliver. What you will be doing Building customer-facing products from scratch using React, TypeScript, and modern frontend tooling Owning frontend quality, user experience, and engineering standards Contributing across the stack, including backend integrations, APIs, product logic, and Python-based services Working with SQL, Databricks, and related data systems Turning complex operational and commercial workflows into clear product experiences Collaborating closely with product, engineering, data, and leadership Helping shape technical standards and architecture as the team grows What they are looking for Strong React and TypeScript experience A frontend-strong engineer who can build products from scratch Solid backend exposure, ideally with Python Experience with databases and data platforms such as SQL and Databricks Experience building customer-facing software in a commercial environment Strong product instincts and a practical, hands-on approach Comfortable with ownership, pace, and autonomy Nice to have Energy, trading, or fintech experience Startup or scale-up background Data visualisation experience Interest in AI tools and modern engineering practices Why join High ownership from day one The chance to build frontend products from scratch Real influence over product and technical direction Broad exposure across frontend, backend, data, and product Strong long-term growth potential as the business scales Summary This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Product Engineer, Full Stack who wants to build meaningful products in the energy market, with real autonomy and scope to grow. If you are strong in React and TypeScript, but also comfortable across backend systems, Python, APIs, and data platforms, this role offers the chance to make a genuine impact in a growing business.
Data Engineer / Permanent / London Hybrid - 3 days onsite / up to 45,000 This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading global organisation with a strong international presence, dedicated to delivering customer-centric services while investing in innovation, technology, and growth. The role offers the chance to further develop your skills and gain professional certifications, working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment designed to support your progression. What you'll do: Build and optimise Azure data pipelines (ADF, Databricks) Support migration into Azure Data Lake Drive data quality, governance, and performance Collaborate with global teams in an agile environment What you'll bring: Strong SQL + ETL/ELT experience Knowledge of Python / T-SQL Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure preferred) Nice to have: Databricks, Spark, CI/CD, big data This is a great opportunity to join a high-impact data team in a global organisation and shape how data is used across the business. If this sounds like a good fit then please apply today! Please note that unfortunately the client cannot offer sponsorship for this position.
May 13, 2026
Full time
Data Engineer / Permanent / London Hybrid - 3 days onsite / up to 45,000 This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading global organisation with a strong international presence, dedicated to delivering customer-centric services while investing in innovation, technology, and growth. The role offers the chance to further develop your skills and gain professional certifications, working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and supportive environment designed to support your progression. What you'll do: Build and optimise Azure data pipelines (ADF, Databricks) Support migration into Azure Data Lake Drive data quality, governance, and performance Collaborate with global teams in an agile environment What you'll bring: Strong SQL + ETL/ELT experience Knowledge of Python / T-SQL Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure preferred) Nice to have: Databricks, Spark, CI/CD, big data This is a great opportunity to join a high-impact data team in a global organisation and shape how data is used across the business. If this sounds like a good fit then please apply today! Please note that unfortunately the client cannot offer sponsorship for this position.
Data & Development Lead - Strategic & Hands-On Leadership Role - Hybrid Are you a visionary technical leader with a passion for data engineering, automation, and systems development? We're working with a forward-thinking professional services organisation seeking a Data & Development Lead to drive innovation and excellence across their internal data and systems landscape. This is a unique opportunity to blend strategic oversight with hands-on delivery in a role that truly shapes the future of data and systems within a dynamic business. You'll be part of a collaborative, values-driven team that champions trust, excellence, pride, team spirit, and progressive thinking. Responsibilities: Leading a small, agile team of technical specialists in delivering high-quality solutions. Designing scalable data architectures and systems aligned with strategic goals. Driving hands-on technical delivery across data engineering, automation, and integration. Collaborating cross-functionally to deliver impactful, maintainable solutions. Mentoring and developing team members to reach their full potential. Requirements: Strong experience in Databricks, Azure, Power Platform, and M365. Proven leadership in small technical teams, with a hands-on approach. Expertise in data integration, automation, and system design. Familiarity with SaaS platforms like Workday and (url removed) is a plus. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Benefits: Annual bonus scheme 25 days annual leave plus birthday off Private healthcare Pension Scheme Life insurance And much more Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check. Contact me: (url removed)
Oct 04, 2025
Full time
Data & Development Lead - Strategic & Hands-On Leadership Role - Hybrid Are you a visionary technical leader with a passion for data engineering, automation, and systems development? We're working with a forward-thinking professional services organisation seeking a Data & Development Lead to drive innovation and excellence across their internal data and systems landscape. This is a unique opportunity to blend strategic oversight with hands-on delivery in a role that truly shapes the future of data and systems within a dynamic business. You'll be part of a collaborative, values-driven team that champions trust, excellence, pride, team spirit, and progressive thinking. Responsibilities: Leading a small, agile team of technical specialists in delivering high-quality solutions. Designing scalable data architectures and systems aligned with strategic goals. Driving hands-on technical delivery across data engineering, automation, and integration. Collaborating cross-functionally to deliver impactful, maintainable solutions. Mentoring and developing team members to reach their full potential. Requirements: Strong experience in Databricks, Azure, Power Platform, and M365. Proven leadership in small technical teams, with a hands-on approach. Expertise in data integration, automation, and system design. Familiarity with SaaS platforms like Workday and (url removed) is a plus. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Benefits: Annual bonus scheme 25 days annual leave plus birthday off Private healthcare Pension Scheme Life insurance And much more Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check. Contact me: (url removed)
Data & Development Lead - Strategic & Hands-On Leadership Role - Hybrid Are you a visionary technical leader with a passion for data engineering, automation, and systems development? We're working with a forward-thinking professional services organisation seeking a Data & Development Lead to drive innovation and excellence across their internal data and systems landscape. This is a unique opportunity to blend strategic oversight with hands-on delivery in a role that truly shapes the future of data and systems within a dynamic business. You'll be part of a collaborative, values-driven team that champions trust, excellence, pride, team spirit, and progressive thinking. Responsibilities: Leading a small, agile team of technical specialists in delivering high-quality solutions. Designing scalable data architectures and systems aligned with strategic goals. Driving hands-on technical delivery across data engineering, automation, and integration. Collaborating cross-functionally to deliver impactful, maintainable solutions. Mentoring and developing team members to reach their full potential. Requirements: Strong experience in Databricks, Azure, Power Platform, and M365. Proven leadership in small technical teams, with a hands-on approach. Expertise in data integration, automation, and system design. Familiarity with SaaS platforms like Workday and (url removed) is a plus. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Benefits: Annual bonus scheme 25 days annual leave plus birthday off Private healthcare Pension Scheme Life insurance And much more Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check. Contact me: (url removed)
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Data & Development Lead - Strategic & Hands-On Leadership Role - Hybrid Are you a visionary technical leader with a passion for data engineering, automation, and systems development? We're working with a forward-thinking professional services organisation seeking a Data & Development Lead to drive innovation and excellence across their internal data and systems landscape. This is a unique opportunity to blend strategic oversight with hands-on delivery in a role that truly shapes the future of data and systems within a dynamic business. You'll be part of a collaborative, values-driven team that champions trust, excellence, pride, team spirit, and progressive thinking. Responsibilities: Leading a small, agile team of technical specialists in delivering high-quality solutions. Designing scalable data architectures and systems aligned with strategic goals. Driving hands-on technical delivery across data engineering, automation, and integration. Collaborating cross-functionally to deliver impactful, maintainable solutions. Mentoring and developing team members to reach their full potential. Requirements: Strong experience in Databricks, Azure, Power Platform, and M365. Proven leadership in small technical teams, with a hands-on approach. Expertise in data integration, automation, and system design. Familiarity with SaaS platforms like Workday and (url removed) is a plus. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Benefits: Annual bonus scheme 25 days annual leave plus birthday off Private healthcare Pension Scheme Life insurance And much more Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check. Contact me: (url removed)
