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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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£45k – £125k
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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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£45k – £125k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 68 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Data Operations Manager

The Data Operations Manager will lead data operations and support the delivery of quantitative research programmes, focusing on survey scripting, data processing, and automation. You'll work across multiple projects, improving processes and ensuring quality, while collaborating with stakeholders to drive efficiency.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £55,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Senior Solutions Engineer (Manufacturing, Automotive, Defence)

The Senior Solutions Engineer role involves leading technical engagements with customers, designing solutions, and delivering platform demonstrations. Responsibilities include building proofs-of-concept, managing technical relationships, and developing strategies to expand Databricks platform usage.

Databricks London, United Kingdom

Data Engineer || | 3 Months Initial | Fully

Data Engineer | £450 | Outside IR35 | 3 Months Initial | Fully RemoteWe’re recruiting for two experienced Data Engineers for 3-Month contract roles with view to extend well into next year. These positions sit in the growing delivery team...

Opus Recruitment Solutions London, United Kingdom £450 pd
Remote

Senior Data Engineer

Design and build scalable data pipelines using Databricks, PySpark, and Delta Lake while shaping enterprise data architecture and enabling self-service data access across departments. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to solve business challenges and mentor junior engineers in a growing data team. Work in a high-impact role with ownership over platform strategy and data governance.

hireful London, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa

Data Engineer

Design and build scalable data pipelines to migrate and integrate data from diverse legacy and enterprise systems into Azure Data Lake and Databricks. Focus on ETL/ELT development, source system integration, and data transformation within a maturing Azure environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to define patterns and improve data engineering standards.

GIS Recruiter Ltd London, United Kingdom £450 – £500 pd

Fabric Architect - Local Authority

This role involves reviewing and enhancing a local authority's Microsoft Fabric architecture, including governance, data models, and integration with Azure services. The architect will optimise OneLake, Lakehouses, data pipelines, semantic models, and Power BI reporting layers while ensuring alignment with enterprise best practices. A focus on scalable, reusable data products and robust governance within a public sector context is central to the position.

Spencer Clarke Group London, United Kingdom £649 – £650 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Data Scientist - Customer Services

This role involves building data pipelines and robust metric frameworks to improve customer success measurement across international markets. You'll create scalable dashboards, conduct deep-dive analysis on customer journey pain points, and leverage Gen AI to automate insights and replace manual workflows. The position emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, experimentation, and data-driven storytelling to enhance customer experience and operational performance.

EF Recruitment London, United Kingdom £250 – £260 pa

Data Engineer

Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines in AWS, using Python to process large and complex datasets. Develop automated data acquisition workflows, implement Infrastructure as Code, and support reproducible MLOps systems. Collaborate with data scientists and engineers in a multidisciplinary team focused on public impact.

SmartSourcing Ltd Canary Wharf, London, E14 5AB, United Kingdom £45,000 – £54,150 pa
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Roles hiring in London

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Data Engineer Jobs

£35k – £120k
46 open

Senior Data Engineer Jobs

£50k – £115k
18 open

Data Architect Jobs

£60k – £155k
17 open

Analytics Engineer Jobs

£40k – £85k
4 open

Cloud Data Engineer Jobs

£50k – £75k
3 open

Data Platform Engineer Jobs

£70k – £80k
1 open
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The scene

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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