Data Engineer (Consultant – Mid Level)
Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Data & Analytics | Type: Permanent
Power data-driven decisions in financial services. Build smarter pipelines, deliver deeper insights.
The Role
We’re looking for a mid-level Data Engineer to join our Data & Analytics practice. You’ll design, develop, and deploy scalable data pipelines and architectures for some of the world’s leading financial institutions. You’ll combine hands-on coding with engineering best practices, transforming raw data into actionable intelligence across on-premise and cloud platforms.
What You’ll Do
Build robust and scalable data pipelines using modern technologies and frameworks
Develop both on-prem and cloud-native data solutions, supporting digital transformation at scale
Collaborate with clients to interpret data requirements and design optimal solutions
Automate and optimise data workflows, ensuring security, resilience, and performance
Contribute to internal capability development by sharing knowledge and best practices
What We’re Looking For
Strong experience in Python, Scala, or Java for data engineering
Proficiency with Spark, Hadoop, Databricks, Hive, and similar big data tools
Hands-on experience with schema design (structured/semi-structured data), SQL/NoSQL, ETL/ELT
Familiarity with event-driven streaming tools (Kafka, Kinesis, Spark Streaming)
Good understanding of secure data protocols (TLS, OAuth, encryption)
Bonus Points For
Experience with Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery, or data lake/data warehousing tools
Knowledge of containerisation, graph databases, and machine learning concepts
Proficiency with Git and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, CircleCI)
Experience with data solutions across hybrid cloud environments
Enthusiasm for learning new tools and solving real-world problems with data
Why Join Capco
Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions
Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture
Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications
Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services
Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.
Benefits
We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:
- Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover.
- Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders.
- Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement.
- Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care.
- Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs.
- Continuous Learning: Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development.
- Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services.
- Extra Perks: Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.
Inclusion at Capco
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.
