As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.
This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.
So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.
We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.
The Role: Senior Data Engineer
Are you ready to take your career to new heights? British Airways is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to help shape the future of our business. You’ll work with an exciting mix of technologies, including SQL, AWS, Snowflake, Airflow, Python, and Git, to deliver high-quality, end-to-end data products in an Agile environment. This is your chance to make a real impact on our journey to becoming a more sustainable, resilient, and innovative airline.
What You’ll Do:
- Analyze complex business challenges and build strong connections with stakeholders to understand their needs.
- Design and implement efficient, scalable data solutions utilizing SQL, AWS, Snowflake, and other tools in the BA Data Technology Stack.
- Develop, maintain, and optimize new and existing code, with a focus on Python, Airflow, and Git for seamless workflow management.
- Manage data infrastructure, ensuring security, reliability, and quality assurance across all systems.
- Produce clear, adaptable documentation to meet evolving business needs.
- Collaborate with your data product team to deliver value-driven solutions that align with organizational objectives.
What You’ll Bring to British Airways:
- Strong expertise in SQL development with experience in designing efficient data pipelines.
- Hands-on experience with cloud-based infrastructure, particularly AWS, and familiarity with Snowflake for modern data warehousing.
- Proficiency in tools like Airflow for orchestration and Git for version control.
- Solid understanding of EDW design principles and the ability to optimize data solutions for business needs.
- Familiarity with both Windows and Linux server environments and experience with containers (desirable).
- Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence in a collaborative Agile environment.
- A passion for innovation, adaptability to change, and a genuine commitment to the British Airways brand and customer service.
Take Flight with Your Career – Apply Now! Don’t miss this chance to contribute to British Airways’ transformation and make your mark on the future of travel. Join us today!
What we offer:
We believe that all the people who work with us should feel valued for the part they play. It’s one of the reasons our rewards go far beyond a competitive salary.
From the day you join us, you’ll get access to brilliant staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights. You’ll also receive up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for yourself, friends, and family.
At British Airways you’ll have the chance to take on new challenges and move forward in a way that feels right for you. We encourage all those who work for us to consider opportunities right across our business to help you develop and progress.
We never stand still, and we don’t expect our people to either.
Inclusion & Diversity
At British Airways we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work.
Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we’re committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We’re looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey to become a Better BA as we continue to connect Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
