Data Engineer

WPP Media
Manchester
1 month ago
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About WPP

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.


About WPP Media

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com.


About Choreograph – a Leading WPP Media Brand

Choreograph is WPP’s global data products and technology company. We are on a mission to transform marketing by building the fastest, most connected data platform that bridges marketing strategy to scaled activation. We work with agencies and clients to transform the value of data by bringing together technology, data and analytics capabilities. We deliver this through the Open Media Studio, an AI‑enabled media and data platform for the next era of advertising. Our team of thinkers, builders, creators and problem solvers is over 1,000 strong, across 20 markets worldwide.


Role Summary And Impact

This role will form a major part of our BI and Management department. You will expand and optimise our data and data‑pipeline architecture for our Google Marketing Platform (GMP) datasets, ensuring that the Analytics, Data Science, and other internal teams have the clean, accurate, and accessible data required to drive our clients’ business forward. Leveraging Google Cloud Platform (GCP), you will build robust databases, transforming and moulding data from sources such as Google Analytics, Campaign Manager, Search Ads 360, and client data. This foundational work will enable us to provide industry‑leading solutions that transform our clients' marketing and media activity.


As a GCP Data Engineer you will architect, transform, and modernise data solutions on GCP, integrating native GCP services and third‑party data technologies. A solid experience in large‑scale architecture, solutioning, and operationalisation of data warehouses, lakes, and analytics platforms on GCP is essential.


You will be instrumental in advancing our GMP offering, consistently pushing our business forward with innovative ideas and enhancing the value we provide to our clients.


Skills And Experience

  • Python programming – libraries including pandas, numpy, unittest.
  • Cloud technology, preferably GCP.
  • Containerisation with Docker.
  • CI/CD with GitHub Actions or similar.
  • Orchestration with Apache Airflow.
  • Agile working.

Advantageous

  • ETL tools such as Adverity.
  • Cloud resource deployment with Terraform.
  • Generative AI such as GitHub Copilot.
  • Front‑end programming experience (JavaScript, HTML, Python‑Flask).
  • Reporting tools such as Looker and Tableau.

Domain Knowledge & Business Acumen

  • Understanding of business performance metrics and their application in data solutions.
  • Knowledge of the media landscape and advertising ecosystems, particularly Google Marketing Platform products.
  • Knowledge of web analytics platforms such as Google Analytics and GMP products.
  • Ability to translate complex data requirements into actionable solutions that drive client business forward.

Personal Attributes

  • Curiosity & Innovation – a highly curious and innovative mindset, constantly seeking new technologies and methodologies.
  • Problem‑Solving – exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, methodical in tackling challenges.
  • Communication – excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to present findings clearly and persuasively.
  • Collaboration – strong collaborative spirit, capable of working effectively with wider data, tech teams and across the organisation.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
  • Understanding of Agile methodology is beneficial.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

We invest in our employees to help them do their best work and are committed to employee growth. Our employees tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue passions, grow networks and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in‑office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership and celebrating holidays and milestone events.


Benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts and employee mental health awareness days.


WPP Media is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination. We foster a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.


We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration and connection. That’s why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.


**Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location.**


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