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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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181
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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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Senior Solutions Architect (Retail/CPG)

This role involves working closely with Databricks' largest UK & Ireland enterprise customers in the retail and consumer goods sectors to design and implement data and AI solutions using the Databricks Lakehouse Platform. The Senior Solutions Architect will lead technical engagements, develop custom proof-of-concepts, and act as a trusted advisor on data architecture and Generative AI adoption. They will also mentor junior team members and contribute to technical community initiatives through workshops and thought leadership.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Data Observability Engineer

This role involves ensuring data accuracy, reliability, and trustworthiness across a large-scale enterprise data platform. You'll design and implement data observability frameworks, automate validation processes, and proactively detect and resolve data quality issues. The position emphasizes ownership of data health, collaboration across engineering and governance teams, and driving a proactive reliability culture using modern cloud-based tools and practices.

Ashdown Group London, United Kingdom £80,000 – £95,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Lakebase Sales Specialist - MEA

This role focuses on driving adoption of Databricks Lakebase, a fully managed Postgres service, by partnering with account teams to identify and close sales opportunities. The specialist will engage technical and business stakeholders across platform, data, and IT teams to position Lakebase as a modern operational data foundation for AI-native and real-time applications. Key responsibilities include leading proof-of-value initiatives, navigating complex sales cycles, and enabling field teams to scale Lakebase expertise.

Databricks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Machine Learning Ops Engineer

This role involves designing, deploying, and maintaining machine learning models in production using Azure Machine Learning Studio, with a focus on MLOps practices such as automated retraining, model monitoring, and pipeline integration. The engineer will work closely with actuarial and analytics teams to improve predictions for longevity, investment outcomes, and risk, while building scalable data pipelines in Azure. The position emphasizes technical ownership of the full ML lifecycle and requires strong collaboration across data, DevOps, and business functions.

Proactive Appointments London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa
Remote Permanent

Application Specialist / Integration Engineer - SQL, Azure

This role involves leading the technical direction and integration of Microsoft-based applications within a global law firm, focusing on Azure, MS Fabric, and Power Platform tools. The specialist will maintain product backlogs, develop reusable components, automate workflows, and support AI integration across M365 services. It combines hands-on engineering with product ownership to enhance the firm’s application landscape.

Comtecs London, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Lead Engineer - Workplace Technology & Automation

This role involves leading technical architecture and automation initiatives for workplace technology, focusing on the Microsoft ecosystem including M365, Copilot, Intune, and Entra ID. The engineer will drive AI adoption, design custom automation solutions, and improve integrations between platforms like ServiceNow and Microsoft 365. It’s a hands-on, consultative position emphasizing agile practices, infrastructure-as-code, and operational maturity in enterprise support environments.

dunnhumby London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Data Engineer

This role involves designing, building, and optimising scalable data pipelines using Python and Databricks within a Lakehouse architecture. The engineer will develop ETL/ELT workflows, ensure data quality and governance, and support analytics and machine learning initiatives. Collaboration with data scientists and analysts is key, along with mentoring junior engineers and implementing monitoring for data systems.

Adecco London, United Kingdom £600 – £700 pd
Hybrid Contract

Data Engineer

This role involves designing and implementing cloud-based data solutions that integrate multiple data sources, with a focus on Salesforce and marketing data platforms. The engineer will build and maintain ELT pipelines, support data-driven campaign activation, and contribute to AI-driven transformation projects. Collaboration with stakeholders and managing cross-platform data integrations are key aspects of the position.

Datatech Soho, London, United Kingdom £50,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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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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