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Data Engineering Jobs in London

The UK's financial and tech hub, home to a diverse ecosystem of data engineering roles across industries.

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Salary range
£35k – £500k
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London is the epicentre of the UK's financial and technology sectors, making it a prime location for data engineering professionals. Major banks, fintechs, and tech scaleups are headquartered here, creating a robust demand for experts who can build, maintain, and optimise data infrastructure. The city's blend of established enterprises and innovative startups offers a wide range of opportunities, from data pipelines and ETL processes to data warehousing and big data processing. Whether you're working in a bustling office or in a hybrid setup, London's data engineering landscape is dynamic and ever-evolving.

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£35k – £500k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 42 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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AI & Data Engineer

This role involves maintaining and enhancing the company's data infrastructure while leading AI-driven improvements. You will design and deploy AI features, build vector databases, and transform ETL/ELT processes into AI-ready pipelines. Additionally, you will mentor the team on MLOps and AI best practices, ensuring data quality and system performance.

Source Global Research London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Full Stack Engineer - Investment Management

This role involves developing and enhancing full-stack applications for investment and trading workflows, building cloud-based data platforms, and delivering analytics solutions. You will work on modernising .NET applications, automating CI/CD pipelines, and adopting cloud-native and AI-assisted engineering practices.

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom £800 – £1,000 pd
Hybrid Contract Flexible

Head of Data Architecture & Governance

As the Head of Data Architecture & Governance, you will lead Peabody’s data strategy, defining and overseeing the enterprise data architecture and governance framework. You will ensure data is designed, integrated, and governed securely and efficiently, while also leading a team and collaborating with various stakeholders to embed governance and architecture controls across the data lifecycle.

Peabody Chaucer, London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Data Engineer

As a Data Engineer, you will build and optimise machine learning ETL/ELT pipelines, scale data infrastructure, and collaborate with clients on onboarding and pitches. This role offers rapid growth potential and the chance to shape the future of a bootstrapped, high-growth startup.

Faraday Recruitment Limited London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £85,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Flexible
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Sr. Data Engineer, EU Books Analytics and Engineering

This role involves owning and evolving the data architecture for Amazon EU Books, building scalable data pipelines, and enabling self-service analytics. You will work on consolidating data from multiple systems, ensuring data quality, and supporting AI and advanced analytics initiatives.

Amazon London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Head of Data

As the first Head of Data, you will lead the build of a modern data capability from the ground up, including designing a centralised data lake/warehouse, implementing ETL/ELT pipelines, and establishing data security and governance frameworks. You will also manage a small team, work closely with senior stakeholders, and champion data adoption across the business.

TRIA London, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Data Engineer Lead Role - Banking

The Data Engineer Lead is responsible for designing and building a modern data platform using Databricks and cloud technologies, leading the migration from legacy Oracle systems, and ensuring high-quality data pipelines. The role involves technical leadership, mentoring, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support the bank's data strategy and regulatory requirements.

GCS London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom £600 – £700 pd
Hybrid Contract

ML Engineer

This role involves designing and building robust data pipelines, transforming ML prototypes into production-ready systems, and championing MLOps best practices. You'll work closely with analysts, data engineers, and stakeholders to ensure models are reliable, scalable, and production-ready, directly influencing the way millions of people engage with products.

Data Idols Farringdon, Greater London, London, EC1M 4BJ, United Kingdom £60,000 – £65,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Roles hiring in London

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Data Engineer Jobs

£35k – £100k
46 open

Data Architect Jobs

£70k – £100k
19 open

Senior Data Engineer Jobs

£70k – £100k
11 open

Cloud Data Engineer Jobs

£60k – £70k
4 open

Analytics Engineer Jobs

£95k – £105k
3 open

Big Data Engineer Jobs

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Hiring in London

London's data engineering job market is highly competitive, with a strong presence of both established companies and emerging startups. Major financial institutions and fintechs are particularly active in hiring, offering roles that require robust data infrastructure to support their operations.

The city's tech ecosystem is also home to numerous scaleups and research-heavy startups, which often seek data engineers to build and maintain cutting-edge data platforms. This diversity ensures a wide range of opportunities for professionals at all levels, from junior to senior roles.

Hybrid and remote work options are increasingly common, providing flexibility for data engineers to balance their work and personal lives. Whether you prefer the energy of a bustling office or the comfort of a home setup, London's data engineering landscape has something to offer.

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  • Major industries include finance, fintech, tech scaleups, and consulting firms.

  • Many companies offer hybrid or fully remote options, especially in tech and fintech sectors.

  • Key skills include expertise in ETL/ELT, data warehousing, big data technologies, and DataOps practices.

  • Salaries can vary widely based on experience and industry. Check the salary section for more details.

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