Senior Data Engineer (12M FTC) | Investment Data Transformation
London
$85k – $110k/yr
Posted 5 days ago
Early applicant
Full-time
Senior Data Engineer (12M FTC) | Investment Data Transformation
Own the data engineering capability for a world-class investment platform We’re hiring a Senior Data Engineer to join a high-performing Investment Data & Operations team with one of our client organisations, delivering a major data transformation programme across a complex, multi-asset portfolio.
You’ll act as the go-to technical lead for investment data, owning pipeline architecture, driving automation across operations, and ensuring data is reliable, scalable, and decision-ready.
🔧 What you’ll be doing Own the end-to-end data pipeline ecosystem (APIs, integrations, data flows across multiple platforms) Define and implement data architecture, standards, and governance frameworks Build and scale robust, production-grade pipelines supporting reporting & analytics Drive automation across investment operations — removing manual, spreadsheet-heavy processes Develop dashboards, reconciliation tools, and operational intelligence solutions Partner with data, tech, and investment teams to deliver real business impact
🎯 What we’re looking for 5–10+ years’ experience in data engineering within asset management / financial services Strong Python & SQL — you’ve built and owned pipelines in production Proven experience designing data architecture and integration frameworks Track record of automating operational workflows end-to-end Strong understanding of investment data (portfolios, transactions, valuations, performance) Comfortable leading from the front — owning delivery, influencing stakeholders, and setting direction
💡 Why this role? High ownership — you’ll define how data engineering is done in the investment function Transformation-focused — real opportunity to modernise systems and workflows Senior visibility — work directly with investment, operations, and tech leadership
💰 Package Competitive day rate / salary range (depending on experience) 12-month fixed-term contract with high potential for extension Opportunity to work on a major data transformation programme within a highly regarded investment environment
If you’re a hands-on senior engineer who enjoys building, owning, and transforming — this is a standout opportunity.
Location
$85k – $110k/yr
London