Data Platform Engineer

Arden University Students' Association

. Shape and evolve Arden University’s data platform .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £52,000 - £58,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and optimizing data platforms, with a strong focus on modern cloud technologies and data engineering principles. Capable of delivering business value through data analytics while promoting best practices and continuous improvement within the data team.

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Data Platform DevelopmentBig Data TechnologiesPython ProgrammingData Engineering PrinciplesData Governance

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Hard Skills

SQLNoSQLETL DesignData Lifecycle ManagementDatabase DesignData Pipeline ToolsCI/CD PracticesDevOpsData ArchitectureData Strategy

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCoaching

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft SynapseMicrosoft FabricDatabricksHadoopSparkKafkaPower BIData FactoryAirflowGit

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Analytics ProfessionalAzure Data EngineerData Scientist Associate

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationData GovernanceGDPRAgile MethodologiesLakehouse Architecture

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AirflowAzureCloudETLHadoopKafkaNoSQLPythonSparkSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Shape and evolve Arden University’s data platform
Improve student experience, student outcomes, and operational efficiency
Develop and optimise core data infrastructure, including the data lake and medallion architecture
Ensure the data platform is robust, scalable, and reliable
Provide guidance on modern cloud data technologies, including Power BI and Microsoft Fabric
Support development of the data platform strategy using modern engineering patterns and technologies
Identify opportunities for data platform enhancements to deliver meaningful business impact
Support and coach the wider data team
Promote best practices and continuous platform improvement
Work hands-on across platform engineering, architecture, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Familiarity with big data technologies and ecosystems such as Microsoft Synapse, Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka
Experience with Python, R, or SQL
Strong understanding of database design and theory, including SQL and NoSQL technologies
Knowledge of data engineering principles, including ETL design and data lifecycle management
Familiarity with data pipeline and integration tools such as Data Factory and Airflow
Understanding of CI/CD, DevOps practices, and version control such as Git
Excellent communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrable experience delivering business value through data and analytics
Formal Data & Analytics certifications are desirable, including Certified Analytics Professional, Azure Data Engineer, or Data Scientist Associate
Familiarity with agile delivery methodologies such as Scrum is desirable
Experience across data warehousing, BI, data governance, data architecture, or data strategy is desirable
Knowledge of lakehouse architecture and modern data platform patterns is desirable
Experience in the Higher Education sector is desirable
Understanding of data science tools and techniques within Azure is desirable
Awareness of data governance, security, and regulatory requirements such as GDPR is desirable
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK or be eligible for an alternative visa route; the employer cannot sponsor Skilled Worker visas for this role

Benefits

Comp & perks

30 days holiday plus bank holidays
Christmas closure
Generous Aviva pension plan with company contributions starting from 7%
SimplyHealth plan option
Private Medical Insurance coverage for certain job roles
Access to Perkbox benefits
Free study of any Arden course
Discount for family and friends on Arden courses
Golden Ticket to gift anyone a free Arden education
Remote working arrangement (site visit roughly once every 2 months)