Data Engineer

We are looking for a Data Engineer to join our team here at Harrods. As the Data Engineer you will be responsible for building, testing and implementing data infrastructure and pipelines that collect, centralize, and curate data from multiple internal and external data sources

You may be required to be part of an on-call rota, for out of hours assistants including weekend

About the Role

You will be designing, developing & maintaining all parts of the data pipeline to build interactive and curated data needed to drive insights through data science, reporting & analytics. You will also collaborate with analytics and business teams to improve data models that feed business intelligence tools, increasing data accessibility and fostering data-driven decision making across the organisation.

The role will see you implement processes and systems to monitor data quality, ensuring production data is always accurate and available for key stakeholders and business processes that depend on it.

About You

You will have experience in database management, software engineering, deployment of machine learning models and coordinating data access, preparation and feature engineering. You will also have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, while having strong time-management skills and the ability and willingness to multi tasks.

You will need to have:

• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure essential).
• Proficient in Python and SQL.
• Experience with data processing frameworks using Apache Spark (with PySpark) and T-SQL.
• Experience with git/Azure DevOps.
• Strong understanding of relational database systems and proficiency in data modelling and schema design using Delta Lake with Apache Spark.
• Knowledge of SAP DI (Data Intelligence) or should have an interest to learn.

About Us

Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.

Our Promise to You

Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business. 

In return, you’ll receive an excellent benefits package, including a company pension, flexible working, 25 days’ holiday, and your birthday off, up to 33% in-store discount (including across our food hall and restaurants) and a season ticket loan.

Uniquely You

At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.

While our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you do not meet every desired criteria but feel you have the skills and experience to thrive in this role as well as a genuine interest in working for Harrods and you can demonstrate an alignment with our values, we would encourage you to apply.

If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods