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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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£50k – £129k
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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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£50k – £129k

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Data Engineer - Snowflake / Portfolio Suitability Programme

Design and build scalable data pipelines and models in Snowflake to support a portfolio suitability and regulatory compliance programme within wealth management. Integrate market, client, and time-series data, ensuring governance and quality while enabling AI-driven insights. Work closely with business and technical teams to deliver data solutions aligned with investment governance and client outcomes.

Experis London, United Kingdom

Pricing Data Engineer

This role involves re-coding, optimising, and validating complex SQL data extracts to support an insurance organisation's pricing function. The engineer will work extensively with large SQL codebases, ensure data outputs meet business templates, and support pipeline execution using Azure Data Factory. Collaboration with pricing stakeholders and use of Azure DevOps and Git for version control and delivery management are key aspects of the role.

Sellick Partnership London, United Kingdom £500 pd

Principal Business Analyst – Investment Data Platforms

This role involves leading requirements gathering and data analysis for strategic data platforms in a buy-side asset management environment. The Principal Business Analyst will translate complex investment data needs into technical specifications, perform SQL-based validation, and ensure robust data governance and lineage. Key focus areas include portfolio data, securities, transactions, and integration with systems like Aladdin and SimCorp.

Cooper Lomaz Recruitment London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Contract

Data Architect (Non-Profit)

Design and implement scalable data architectures and intuitive data models to establish trusted, accessible data foundations within a non-profit environment. Simplify complex data systems while collaborating with diverse stakeholders. The role involves hands-on technical delivery alongside strategic data planning.

Opus Recruitment Solutions London, United Kingdom £500 pd
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Data Engineer

Design and build scalable batch and real-time data pipelines within a cloud-native environment, supporting analytics, machine learning, and AI initiatives. Focus on data quality, governance, and secure, compliant infrastructure. Collaborate with architects and data scientists to enhance platform reliability and enable self-service access to trusted data.

Damia Group Gunnersbury, London, W4 4AN, United Kingdom £400 – £500 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Data Engineer

Design and implement cloud-based data solutions integrating multiple sources, with a focus on Salesforce and marketing data. Build scalable ELT pipelines and support data-driven campaign activation. Contribute to AI and transformation projects in a high-performing analytics team.

Datatech Covent Garden, London, WC2E 8RE, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

IT Data & Platform Engineer

Design, build, and maintain scalable data platform solutions including data pipelines, data lakes, and analytics architectures using Python, PySpark, and SQL. Collaborate with technical teams and business stakeholders within an Agile environment to deliver high-quality, secure data systems. Work with modern cloud platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, or Snowflake to support enterprise reporting and decision-making.

Fawkes & Reece London London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa

Senior Data Architect Public Sector | | Discovery Phase Programme

Lead the data architecture workstream in a public sector discovery programme, defining data strategy, governance, and information architecture to enable secure cross-organisational data sharing. Design scalable cloud-based data platforms, APIs, and integration patterns while ensuring compliance with data protection and security standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop data-driven decision models and deliver future-state architectural recommendations through prototyping and stakeholder engagement.

Opus Recruitment Solutions London, United Kingdom £550 – £580 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required
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Roles hiring in London

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Data Engineer Jobs

£35k – £150k
57 open

Senior Data Engineer Jobs

£55k – £115k
20 open

Data Architect Jobs

£65k – £125k
18 open

Cloud Data Engineer Jobs

£49k – £100k
8 open

Databricks Engineer Jobs

£100k – £112k
4 open

Analytics Engineer Jobs

£50k – £60k
3 open
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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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