Data Engineer

👋 We’re Hiring a Data Engineer

Location: Remote (UK)

Type: Contract (up-to 6 Months)

Salary: Day rate

Alliants is on a mission to build the best digital experiences for the world’s most respected luxury hotel, travel and retail brands… and we’re seeking a Data Engineer to join our expanding Data team. Can you see yourself thriving in an innovative, growing SaaS company?

Join us on our journey, we are all-in on building the future of digital experiences 🚀

The role:

To design, implement, and optimize Azure-based solutions for client projects, focusing on DevOps practices and engineering excellence. This role will encompass cloud architecture, infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and automation to ensure scalability, performance, security, and compliance of client systems. The position will drive the development of efficient, cost-effective, and reliable Azure infrastructure that enables rapid deployment and enhances the value of our clients' digital assets

Some key area’s you’ll be working on:

• Azure Infrastructure Design: Architect and implement scalable, secure Azure solutions tailored to client needs. Select and configure appropriate Azure services for optimal performance and cost-effectiveness.
  
• Infrastructure as Code: Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Terraform, or Bicep to ensure consistent and repeatable deployments.
  
• CI/CD Pipeline Implementation: Design and implement robust CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions to automate build, test, and deployment processes for client applications.
  
• Containerization and Orchestration: Implement containerization strategies using Docker and orchestrate with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Azure Container Instances (ACI).
  
• Monitoring and Logging: Set up comprehensive monitoring and logging solutions using Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and Log Analytics to ensure system health and performance.
  
• Security and Compliance: Implement Azure security best practices, including identity and access management, network security, and data protection. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.
  
• Cost Optimization: Continuously analyze and optimize Azure resource usage to minimize costs while maintaining performance and reliability.
  
• Automation: Develop PowerShell scripts and Azure Automation runbooks to automate routine tasks and improve operational efficiency.
  
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with client teams, developers, and other stakeholders to align Azure infrastructure with application requirements and business goals.
  
• Client Consultation: Engage directly with clients to understand their business needs, assess their current infrastructure, and propose tailored Azure solutions that align with their goals and budget.
  
• Training and Workshops: Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops on Azure technologies and DevOps practices for both internal teams and client personnel.
   

Important to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent experience
  
• Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert or equivalent experience

Who are Alliants and what do we do?

At Alliants we help many of the world’s most respected luxury hotel, travel and retail brands to deliver exceptional experiences through the software we build. Since 2009, we’ve gone all-in and built award-winning mobile apps, chat applications and SaaS products, we’ve changed the face of the digital guest experience and we indulge millions of users each day with our technology.

Experience and skills:

• 5+ years of experience in database administration and data engineering roles.

• Strong proficiency in Azure services, including compute, storage, networking, and identity

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (ARM templates, Terraform, Bicep)

• Expertise in CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (Git)

• Strong knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Proficiency in scripting languages (PowerShell, Bash)

• Experience with monitoring and logging solutions in Azure

• Understanding of security best practices and compliance requirements in cloud environments

• Proven experience in client-facing roles, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

• Experience in conducting technical assessments and providing recommendations for cloud migration and optimization

• Experience with other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) for multi-cloud strategies

• Knowledge of database technologies and data engineering concepts

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies

• Experience in creating and delivering technical training materials and presentations

• Familiarity with change management practices to support organizational adoption of new technologies

What’s important to us?

• We are all-in to supporting healthy hybrid and flexible working arrangements, we’ve made our HQ Southampton a great place to work. When you come to our HQ you’ll find full stocked kitchens (amazing coffee), enough snacks to start a tuck shop, comfy spaces and we’re dog friendly!
• Our workforce is mostly International and remote, but we do our best to keep everyone connected, join our weekly exercise classes, lunch & learns, and other socials
• We plant a Great British Oak each time we have a new starter, so as Alliants grows, our forests grow, and our training and development budgets help you grow too.

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