AWS Data Engineer

Hi,We are looking for AWS Data Engineer for one of our renowned IT client based in London, UK. If interested, please share your updated CV to discuss further on the role. Role: AWS Data Engineer Location: London, UK Is it Permanent / Contract: Fixed term contract for 12 months Is it Onsite/Remote/Hybrid: Hybrid – 2 days a week to office. Start Date: Immediate No. of Positions: 1 Job description We are seeking an experienced AWS Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data platforms on AWS. This role will focus on developing reliable, testable, and observable data pipelines using modern data engineering and software development practices. The successful candidate will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into robust, data-driven solutions, while contributing to the evolution of a modern lakehouse architecture. Key Responsibilities Design and develop scalable, testable data pipelines using Python and Apache Spark. Orchestrate and manage data workflows using AWS services such as AWS Glue, EMR Serverless, Lambda, and Amazon S3. Apply modern software engineering practices including version control, CI/CD pipelines, modular design, and automated testing. Contribute to the development and evolution of a lakehouse architecture using Apache Iceberg or similar table formats. Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective data-driven solutions. Build observability into data pipelines and implement basic data quality checks. Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and architectural discussions to promote best practices. Continuously build domain knowledge and share insights with the wider team. Required Skills & Experience Strong ability to write clean, maintainable Python code, ideally using type hints, linters, and testing frameworks such as pytest. Solid understanding of data engineering fundamentals, including batch processing, schema evolution, and ETL pipeline design. Hands-on experience with, or strong interest in learning, Apache Spark for large-scale data processing. Practical experience with the AWS data ecosystem, including S3, Glue, Lambda, and EMR. Experience working in Agile delivery environments and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. Strong communication skills and a willingness to understand business context and stakeholder needs. Nice to Have Experience with Apache Iceberg or similar open table formats. Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitLab CI, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions. Exposure to data quality frameworks such as Great Expectations or Deequ. Interest in financial markets, index data, or investment analytics. Working Style Collaborative and team-oriented, with a strong appreciation for shared ownership and knowledge exchange. Curious and proactive, with a continuous learning mindset. Comfortable balancing technical excellence with business outcomes. Job Type: Fixed term contractContract length: 12 months Pay: £70,000.00-£75,000.00 per year Work Location: Hybrid remote in London