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Data Engineer

Radius
Crewe
1 week ago
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Overview

Radius is on the hunt for a passionate, technically sharp, and business‑savvy Data Engineer to join our Data Services and Reporting (DS&R) team. The role is based at our Crewe head office with a hybrid pattern (3 days on site per week). DS&R is the engine room of Radius, designing and building scalable data pipelines, transforming raw data into actionable insights, and shaping the architecture that powers decision‑making across all 8 divisions globally. This role focuses on making data move the business.

Apply now and help us turn information into transformation.

What You’ll Do
  • Build and deliver robust, scalable data pipelines using Python and SQL.
  • Model and transform data in Databricks, AWS Redshift, and other modern platforms.
  • Integrate new systems into our Group Data Warehouse, enabling faster, smarter insights.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and deliver data solutions that drive value.
  • Support and evolve our data platform capabilities, including AI/ML foundations.
  • Participate in our Data Service Desk rota, offering quick development support and advice to business teams.
What You’ll Bring
  • 3+ years of commercial experience in cloud‑based data engineering.
  • Strong coding skills in Python and SQL.
  • Experience with Databricks, AWS Lambda, Glue, and Redshift.
  • Bonus points for experience with dbt, orchestration tools, data cataloguing, and AI/ML data prep.
  • A curious, analytical mindset with a passion for solving real business problems.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to guide stakeholders from partial requirements to fully formed solutions.
Additional Information
  • Your impact on Radius will be rewarded with the opportunity to develop and progress your career in many directions.
  • Competitive reward and benefits package, including:
  • Pension
  • Life assurance
  • Employee fuel card scheme
  • Electric Vehicle scheme
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Wellness and healthcare assistance via Help@Hand by Unum
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free breakfast daily in the office

You will be part of a modern purpose‑built space in Crewe with an outstanding working environment including gym, café, games rooms, and more.

How to Apply & Inclusion

Still Curious? If you feel we are a good match, you can apply online now. If you’d like to understand more about the role or life at Radius before applying, contact our talent team via the email provided. Radius is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation or socioeconomic background. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process; please let us know if you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage of the process.

We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.

Note to recruitment agencies: We do not accept speculative CVs or profiles. PSL agencies should only send CVs via our Applicant Tracking System, when approved by the Radius Talent Team.

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