Data Platform & Operations Engineer

Location:Hybrid/Remote Options Available, UK based

Passionate about maintaining and optimizing cloud-based data platforms? Do you thrive in an environment where automation, performance tuning, and reliability are key, If so, we want you on our team!

About the Role

We are looking for a Data Platform & Operations Engineer to ensure the stability, performance, and continuous improvement of our enterprise data platforms. Working with the Data Platform & Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing cloud-based data infrastructure, implementing automation, and optimizing performance to support a scalable and resilient data ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance the reliability and performance of cloud-based data platforms.
• Implement automation for infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, and incident response.
• Collaborate with data engineering teams to optimize data pipelines and platform performance.
• Ensure robust observability through logging, alerting, and monitoring solutions.
• Manage access controls, security configurations, and compliance within the data platform.
• Analyze system metrics to drive platform improvements and implement optimizations.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and standard methodologies to enhance our data stack.

What We’re Looking For

• Hands-on experience managing and optimizing data platforms in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong experience with dbt, Snowflake, and Python.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Expertise in Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD standard processes.
• Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, etc.).
• Knowledge of database performance tuning and data pipeline optimization.
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation.
• Ability to collaborate multi-functionally.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Role – Play a critical part in ensuring the reliability and scalability of our data platforms.
• ground breaking Tech – Work with the latest cloud technologies and automation tools.
• Flexible Working – Hybrid/remote working options to suit your lifestyle.
• Innovative & Supportive Team – Join a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued.

If you're an experienced Data Platform & Operations Engineer ready to take on an exciting challenge, apply today and be part of our journey towards data excellence!

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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