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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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230
Salary range
£29k – £240k
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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.

Salary on the board

£29k – £240k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 94 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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SQL Server DBA / Data Engineer

This role involves maintaining and optimising mission-critical data platforms with a focus on high-performance analytics. The engineer will split time evenly between database administration (backup, recovery, performance tuning) and database development using T-SQL, stored procedures, and cloud platforms. Work spans hybrid environments across AWS, Azure, and GCP with exposure to SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and Aurora.

Noir London, United Kingdom £60,000 – £85,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Pre-sales Senior Technical Solutions Engineer (Data and AI) x2

This role involves partnering with sales teams to demonstrate Databricks' Data Intelligence Platform through technical evaluations, custom demos, and solution design. You'll engage directly with clients to understand data and AI challenges, delivering tailored technical narratives and reference architectures. The position emphasizes hands-on coding, cloud integration, and building trusted advisor relationships in sectors like media, finance, and public services.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Java Engineer

Modernise critical legacy Java services using AI-driven analysis and refactoring, while building AI-powered engineering workflows such as intelligent CI/CD pipelines and MCP servers. Focus on improving performance, reliability, and developer productivity within high-transaction financial systems.

Tiro Ec4R9Aa, EC4R 9AA, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Platform Engineer

This role involves building and maintaining a cloud-native data platform on AWS, with a focus on hands-on engineering using Python, Terraform, and Kafka. The engineer will design event-driven architectures, automate infrastructure, and develop scalable, observable platform services to support data products across the business. Collaboration with engineering teams and improving developer experience through self-service tooling are key aspects of the role.

Uniting Ambition London, United Kingdom £100,000 – £120,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Lead Analytics Engineer

This role involves designing and building scalable data models and pipelines to support analytics and reporting. The engineer will establish data standards and governance while enabling self-service access to trusted datasets. They will work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions and mentor team members in best practices for data modelling and documentation.

TXP London, United Kingdom £650 – £700 pd
Hybrid Contract

Data Engineer-MUST HAVE CURRENT SC & NPPV3

This role involves evolving a large-scale data architecture to support new application needs, with a focus on terabyte-scale data processing and digital media. The engineer will design Elasticsearch structures, lead data integration efforts, and ensure alignment with enterprise standards within an Agile environment. It is a technical, architecture-focused position requiring strong data modelling and governance expertise.

Reed Technology London, United Kingdom £700 pd
On-site Contract Clearance Required

Fabric Data Engineer

The role involves building and enhancing data pipelines within Microsoft Fabric's live production environment, focusing on transforming CRM data into actionable insights. You'll work with PySpark, SQL, and Data Factory to modernize legacy systems while collaborating closely with stakeholders to identify data gaps and improve data quality. The position offers hands-on involvement in automation, pipeline optimization, and the ongoing migration to a Fabric-first data platform.

Tenth Revolution Group London, United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Principal Engineer (Payments)

Lead the architectural vision and development of greenfield retail banking platforms, focusing on real-time payment systems including Faster Payments, card processing, and Open Banking APIs. Design scalable cloud-native solutions and data platforms while providing hands-on technical leadership to engineering teams. Work closely with core banking systems like Mambu and modern data tools including Kafka and Snowflake.

Intec Select W1T4Ez, W1T 4EZ, United Kingdom £90,000 – £115,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Roles hiring in London

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Data Engineer Jobs

£35k – £180k
66 open

Data Architect Jobs

£58k – £240k
22 open

Senior Data Engineer Jobs

£60k – £110k
17 open

Analytics Engineer Jobs

£50k – £85k
6 open

Cloud Data Engineer Jobs

£70k – £80k
6 open

Snowflake Developer 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.

FAQs

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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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