Data Engineer at OVO Energy

Are you ready to use your technical expertise to help solve one of the most pressing challenges of our time? At OVO, we are on a mission to tackle the climate crisis through our Plan Zero initiative. We are looking for passionate, diverse individuals to join our team and help us drive the transition to zero carbon living. If you want to make a tangible impact while working on complex energy problems, we would love to have you on board.

What you bring

We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join our Energy Tech team on a full-time, hybrid basis in the United Kingdom. You will lead a team responsible for managing the data infrastructure that empowers our energy traders to make critical, high-stakes decisions. Your work will be central to our ability to manage over £1bn in commodity assets effectively.

• Design, build, and maintain robust ETL pipelines and data warehouse solutions to provide high-quality insights.
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers while driving best practices in software development, security, and infrastructure.
• Automate data ingestion from diverse sources including BigQuery, APIs, FTP, and Kafka to ensure seamless data flow.

Requirements

The ideal candidate is an expert in data engineering with a strong focus on software quality and observability. You should possess a deep understanding of data modeling, warehousing, and storage layers, along with a proven ability to manage large-scale data products. We require proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language, with Python being our preference. You must have at least two years of experience working with cloud-based data solutions, preferably within GCP. We value candidates who are organized, focused, and possess strong leadership qualities. You should be comfortable working in an agile environment and have experience with CI/CD processes and pair programming. Excellent communication skills in English are essential for this role.

What we offer

We offer a competitive salary of £80,000, along with an on-target bonus of 15% and an additional 9% flex pay to use toward benefits or pension. We are committed to your growth and well-being through a variety of perks designed to support your life inside and outside of work.

• Flexible and remote work options.
• Comprehensive medical and life insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development.

How to Apply

If you are excited about our mission and believe you have the skills to help us succeed, we encourage you to apply. We value your potential as much as your experience, so please reach out even if you do not meet every single requirement. We are committed to an inclusive hiring process, and if you have any specific requirements to make your application easier, please let us know on the form.