Data Engineer
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Position Overview & Specifications
XLMedia is a market leading technology-driven performance publisher operating in high-growth markets like US Sport Betting.
XLMedia is looking for an experienced and technically strong individual with hands-on skills across Data Engineering. Reporting to the Data Architect, the ideal candidate will be an ambitious and resilient self-starter with excellent collaboration skills.
Operating globally as a leading digital publisher across a variety of vertical marketplaces including online gambling, sports betting, personal finance, and more, XLMedia uses proprietary tools and methodologies to generate high-value users for our customers in return for performance-based payment models. We own and publish content-rich websites such as
https://www.101greatgoals.com/101 Great Goals, Free Bets, Which Bingo, Saturday Down South, Saturday Tradition, SBD - Sports Betting Dime, Crossing Broad, Money Under 30, and Investor Junkie, which alongside proprietary technology and exclusive consumer data, make us one of the strongest players in the industry.
Location: UK - remote or hybrid
Areas of Responsibility and Accountability
- Supports the Data Engineering Lead in the implementation and maintenance of the data architecture, and continuous development of the Single Source of Truth and Customer Data Platform
- Expands and optimizes the current data pipeline as well as data workflows
- Builds and improves data systems and ETL data for cross-functional teams, including audience and revenue data
- Collaborates with data team leads to achieve common goals, such as product development
- Is a proactive member of the data engineering team and collaborates within the team and with internal business stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities
- Has a focus on continuous improvement, creating effectiveness and efficiencies
Experience:
- 2+ years experience in similar capacity
- Cloud computing
- Big data and analytics platforms
Qualifications:
First degree in computer science, information technology or other technical discipline or prior relevant experience
Knowledge and Skills:
Cloud functions, data warehouse, ETL/ELT, orchestration, complex SQL/NoSQL, Message Queues, Analytics Platforms, Python, JS
Preference: AWS, Snowflake
XLMedia offers a great benefits package including:
A truly global business with offices in the UK, US, Canada, Israel and Cyprus.
- 10 % employer pension contribution
- Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
- Unlimited Vacation policy
- Private Healthcare
- Life insurance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle To Work Scheme
- Rewards Platform with Discounts, Vouchers and Cashback from High Street retailers
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Data Engineer roles across XLMedia PLC's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £63,000 - £63,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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