Azure Data Engineer

Azure Data Engineer – Build the Future of Data at Peabody

Are you passionate about data and love turning complex challenges into elegant solutions? As an Azure Data Engineer at Peabody, you’ll design and deliver cutting-edge data pipelines and architectures that power smarter decisions and better services for our residents.

This is a role where your technical expertise truly matters. You’ll work with modern tools like Databricks, Azure, and Delta Lake, collaborating with analysts, data scientists, and business teams to create a trusted, scalable data ecosystem.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and optimise ETL/ELT processes using Databricks
• Build robust data pipelines for Data Lakes and BI systems
• Implement best practices for data governance, security, and quality
• Maintain scalable data architectures and troubleshoot pipeline issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data solutions
• Mentor team members and contribute to data engineering standards
• Stay ahead of industry trends and continuously improve processes

What You’ll Need

• Strong technical skills in Databricks, Spark, Delta Lake, and MLflow
• Advanced SQL and experience migrating SSIS to Databricks
• Experience working with IaC (Infrastructure as Code)
• Deep understanding of ETL/ELT processes and data warehousing concepts
• Ability to design and manage metadata repositories
• Experience implementing data governance and compliance standards
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks independently
• Azure Data Engineer Associate certification – desirable

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values:
Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.
We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

What We Offer

• 30 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal
• Life assurance at 4x your salary
• Up to 10% pension contribution
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee assistance programme

Please Read Before Applying

This is a technical role requiring strong experience in Azure data engineering and Databricks. You’ll need to demonstrate advanced SQL and IaC skills and a proven track record of delivering scalable data solutions.

First stage interviews will be week commencing 8th December on MS Teams. 2nd Stage interviews will be in person at our Westminster Bridge Road office WC 15th December.

If this sounds like we are right for you and you’d love to be part of Peabody, we’d like to hear from you.
Please apply now by submitting an anonymised CV and a short statement explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.

Got questions? Reach out to George Murphy, Talent Specialist at
george.murphy@peabody.org.uk