Data Engineer

ESO

ESO is a leading data, technology, and research company dedicated to enhancing public health and safety through data insight. The Data Engineer will join the Belfast-based Product Engineering team, working under the Development Manager to deliver key features and support data-driven solutions for customers. The team fosters a balance of innovation and solid growth, offering dynamic career opportunities.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the application team to implement key product roadmap features.
• Design and maintain scalable data models with Snowflake.
• Manage Snowflake environments, ensuring optimal performance and system health.
• Optimize Snowflake virtual warehouses for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee user access and permissions within Snowflake.
• Promote self-service and decentralized data management among teams.
• Enforce data governance policies for quality and compliance.
• Work with internal subject matter experts on project alignment.
• Provide technical support and training to team members.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Life insurance (4x base salary).
• Income protection insurance.
• Generous pension contributions.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Flexible hybrid working policy and modern office.
• Recognition program through AwardCo.
• Enhanced parental and sick leave benefits.
• Increasing holiday entitlement with service.

This role requires you to have:

• 3+ years of relevant experience in data platforms and governance.
• Proficiency in SQL.
• Experience with diverse database technologies (e.g., MSSQL, PostgresSQL, OLAP, OLTP).
• Familiarity with ETL/ELT tools and techniques.
• Experience in monitoring database health and concurrency.
• Knowledge of system design in cloud environments (SaaS, PaaS, IaaS).

You would benefit from having:

• Experience with Snowflake and Azure.
• Familiarity with master data management (MDM).
• Python proficiency for data transformation and automation.
• Knowledge of data mesh concepts.

ESO prides itself on a diverse and inclusive workplace and adheres to equal opportunity employment practices. The company's Equal Opportunity Statement for Northern Ireland is available upon request.