Senior Data Engineer
Wpp•London, London
Work Mode
onsite
Job Type
full_time
Posted
10/10/2026
Required Technical Skills
PythonAWSAzureGCP
Role Overview & Requirements
div class= content-intro p strong WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. nbsp; /strong /p p strong We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. nbsp; /strong br strong nbsp; /strong br strong We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. /strong br strong nbsp; /strong br strong Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. nbsp; /strong br strong nbsp; /strong br strong For more information, visit a href= https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F amp;data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C amp;sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D amp;reserved=0 target= _blank WPP.com. /a /strong br strong nbsp; /strong /p /div p span style= text-decoration: underline; strong Why we're hiring: /strong /span /p p We are seeking an experienced and visionary Engineering Manager to lead one of our data engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and scaling data products, driving data pipeline development, and ensuring the availability, quality, and security of our data assets. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including data scientists, analysts, product managers, and software engineers to enable data-driven decision-making across the organization. /p p nbsp; /p p span style= text-decoration: underline; strong What you'll be doing: /strong /span /p ul li Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing team of data engineers. /li li Design, build, and maintain scalable, reliable, and efficient data pipelines and architectures. /li li Oversee the development and implementation of ETL/ELT processes, data warehousing, and data lake solutions. /li li Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical data solutions. /li li Ensure data quality, consistency, and security across all data engineering workflows. /li li Define best practices and standards for data engineering and promote their adoption. /li li Drive continuous improvement in data infrastructure and tooling, leveraging cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and big data technologies (e.g., Spark,dbt). /li li Collaborate with PMs to manage project timelines, resource allocation, and deliverables to meet business goals. /li li Work with data governance and compliance teams to ensure data privacy and regulatory compliance. /li li Stay updated with the latest data engineering trends and technologies and evaluate their applicability. /li /ul p nbsp; /p p span style= text-decoration: underline; strong What you'll need: /strong /span /p ul li Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. /li li 7+ years of experience in data engineering or software engineering roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership/management position. /li li Strong expertise in data pipeline development, ETL/ELT processes, and data warehousing solutions. /li li Proficient with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and big data tools like Apache Spark, Python, etc. /li li Experience with relational and NoSQL databases. /li li Solid understanding of data modeling, data architecture, engineering frameworks /li li Proven ability to lead and scale engineering teams and manage cross-functional projects. /li li Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. /li li Experience with agile development methodologies. /li /ul p nbsp; /p p span style= text-decoration: underline; strong Who you are: /strong /span /p p strong You're open em : /em /strong We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. /p p strong You're optimistic em : /em /strong span id= 628d56ad5d8a35dab853e65d9daa237c class= editor-module-hl-green-solid We believe /span in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. /p p strong You're extraordinary: /strong we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day. /p p nbsp; /p p span style= text-decoration: underline; strong What we'll give you: /strong /span /p p strong Passionate, inspired people /strong – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. /p p strong Scale and opportunity /strong – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. /p p strong Challenging and stimulating work /strong – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? /p p span style= color: rgb(236, 240, 241); #LI-Hybrid nbsp; /span /p div class= content-conclusion p strong We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. /strong /p p strong WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. /strong /p h4 strong Please read our Privacy Notice ( a href= https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment /a ) for more information on how we process the information you provide. /strong /h4 /div Find more English Speaking Jobs in United Kingdom on Arbeitnow
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