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Job Title Senior Data EngineerIG Group opportunitySenior Data EngineerHarness the power of data to drive business insights as a Senior Data Engineer, architecting, building robust pipelines and infrastructureSo, who are we?Hello, we\xe2\x80\x99re IG Group. No, not Instagram \xe2\x80\x93 though we\'re a pretty big deal ourselves.We\xe2\x80\x99re a global, FTSE 250-listed company made up of a collection of progressive fintech brands in the world ofonline trading and investing. The best part? We\xe2\x80\x99ve snapped up many awards for our top-class platforms,forward-thinking products, and incredible employee experiences.We believe in financial freedom. And our purpose is to help ambitious people achieve it. Around 400,000people use our groundbreaking technology and forward-thinking platforms to trade the financial products theyknow and love.Did we mention we have offices in 18 countries? Yes, when you join IG Group, you\'ll have the chance to work acrossmultiple brands, with people all over the world. Join us for an exciting future and let\xe2\x80\x99s innovate together!Your role in the TeamYour task will be to run a project generating risk reports important for the entire IG. The tool is currently under consideration for a complete renovation. The main scope of responsibilities is the implementation of new functionalities, adding new reports, writing tests, pipeline analysis and active participation in the team\'s scrum life. Technologies used: Python, pandas, numpy, Kafka, Airflow, Rest, GCP, bash. Candidates do not need to have big data knowledge or a lot of cloud experience - it\'s important that you are willing to expand your skills!What you\xe2\x80\x99ll doYou will be responsible to ensure a high quality deliverable within Data Engineering Team.You will be:Adding new reportsWriting testsBuilding deployment pipelineAnalyze and design technical solutionsActively participate in the team\'s scrum lifeWho we\xe2\x80\x99re looking for?You\xe2\x80\x99re curious about things like the client experience, the rapid developments in tech, and the complex world of fintech regulation. You\xe2\x80\x99re also a confident, creative thinker with a knack for innovating. We know that you know every problem has a solution. Here, you can try new ideas, and lead the way in creating inspiring experiences for our clients and everyone around you.We don\xe2\x80\x99t fit the corporate stereotype. If you want to work for a traditional, suit-and-tie corporate that just gives you a pay cheque at the end of the month, we might not be for you. But, if you have that IG Group energy and you can stand behind what we believe in, let\xe2\x80\x99s raise the bar together.What you\xe2\x80\x99ll need for this roleYou will be someone who has 7+ years of experience on the below areas:Strong experience in PythonData processing (pandas/pyspark)Good experience of SQL & GCPUnderstanding development life-cycle (CI/CD, Gitlab)Unit testingDBTCloudIt would be great if you have experience on:Apache KafkaApache SparkMessage formats AVRO/Parquet/ORC/JsonTerraformHow you\xe2\x80\x99ll growWhen you join IG Group, we want you to have more than a job \xe2\x80\x93 we want you to have a career. And you can. If you spot an opportunity, we want you to chase it. Stretch yourself, challenge your self-beliefs and go for the things you dream of. With internal and external learning opportunities, and the tools to help you skyrocket to success, we\xe2\x80\x99ll support you all the way.And these opportunities truly are endless because we have some bold targets. We plan to expand our global presence, increase revenue growth, and ultimately deliver the world\xe2\x80\x99s best trading experience. We\xe2\x80\x99d love to have you along for the ride.The perksIt really is more than a job. We\xe2\x80\x99ll recognize your talent and make sure that you can still have a life \xe2\x80\x93 at work, and outside of it. Networks, committees, awards, sports and social clubs, mentorship, volunteering opportunities, extra time off\xe2\x80\xa6 the list goes on.

• Matched giving for your fundraising activity

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home opportunities

• Performance-related bonuses

• Insurance and medical plans

• Career-focused technical and leadership training\'s in-class and online, including unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning platform.

• Contribution to gym memberships and more

• A day off on your birthday

• Two days\xe2\x80\x99 volunteering leave per year

Where you\xe2\x80\x99ll workWe follow a hybrid working model; we reckon it\xe2\x80\x99s the best of both worlds. This model also feeds into our secret ingredients for innovation: diversity, flexibility, and close connection.Plus, you\xe2\x80\x99ll be welcomed into a diverse and inclusive workforce with a lot of creative energy.Ask our employees what their favorite thing is about working at IG, and you\xe2\x80\x99ll hear an echo of\xe2\x80\x98our culture\xe2\x80\x99! That\xe2\x80\x99s because you can come to work as your authentic self. The things that make you, you \xe2\x80\x93 like your ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith, age, gender identity/expression or physical capacity \xe2\x80\x93 can bring a fresh perspective or new skill to our business.That\xe2\x80\x99s why we welcome people from various walks of life; and anyone who wants to help us realize our vision and strategy.So, if you\xe2\x80\x99re keen to connect with our values, and lead the charge on innovation, you know what to do.Apply now!Number of openings 1

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