Data Architect

At FixMyCar, we're transforming the way drivers overcome automotive challenges, empowering thousands every month with innovative solutions. As we embark on an exciting journey of growth over the next decade, data stands at the heart of our strategy. We're seeking a visionary Data Architect/Engineer to help us unlock new possibilities and drive our mission forward.

We’re a team that gets things done—trusting, supporting, and learning from each other as we continually strive for improvement. We listen to good ideas and enable exceptional people to make great decisions, driving success through collaboration and innovation.

Leading our data revolution and reporting direct to the CTO, you'll craft our data architecture that fuels our insights and decisions. Leading a team of data analysts, you'll collaborate with engineering, product and wider business teams to create a seamless, powerful data ecosystem that will propel FixMyCar to new heights. If you're passionate about harnessing data to make a real impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future with us.

This is a remote position, with the expectation that employees will visit the office in Reading approximately once every three months. During the initial weeks, more frequent visits may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain a robust data infrastructure that supports our long-term growth, ensuring seamless data flow and high-performance across all business operations.
• Leverage data insights to inform and accelerate product development, enabling the creation of innovative solutions that meet market demands and enhance customer experiences.
• Establish and enforce rigorous data quality standards and governance frameworks to ensure accuracy, integrity, and security across all data processes and assets.
• Identify and capitalise on opportunities to monetise data, turning FixMyCar's data insights into valuable assets that drive additional revenue streams and market leadership.
• Stay at the cutting edge of technology by continuously exploring and adopting emerging tools, techniques, and best practices in data engineering, fostering a culture of innovation within the organisation.
• Mentor and manage a small team of Data Analysts

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data engineering or a related field
• Strong commercial and strategic awareness
• Experience managing a small team
• Strong proficiency in SQL and data modelling
• Experience working with big data technologies
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python or Scala
• Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms, ideally AWS
• Experience building and optimising data pipelines and ETL processes
• Knowledge of data warehouse design and data integration concepts, ideally Redshift
• Understanding of data governance and security best practices
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with agile development methodologies

Benefits

• Fully remote/flexible working
• Holidays: 25 days per annum
• Private Medical Insurance (70% Company funded)
• Life Assurance (4x basic salary)
• Pension: 5.5% Employer contribution (5% Employee contribution)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flu vaccinations allowance
• Home-based allowance
• Eye test allowance
• 2 volunteering days
• Holiday Buy-Back Scheme: Buy 5 days additional holiday (After 1 years' service)