Data Engineer - AWS (Mid-Level)

AWS Data Engineer (Mid-Level)
Location: London (Hybrid) | Practice Area: Technology & Engineering | Type: Permanent

Empower the future of finance with transformative data solutions

The Role
As an AWS Data Engineer at Capco, you'll design and build scalable, secure, and well-tested data pipelines for some of the world's largest financial institutions. You’ll play a key role in digital and data transformation initiatives, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful, production-grade solutions across cloud and on-premise environments.

What You’ll Do

• Design and develop robust data pipelines across streaming and batch environments

• Lead engineering best practices including CI/CD, testing, and automation

• Contribute to architecture discussions and cloud migration strategies

• Collaborate with clients to define requirements and deliver innovative solutions

• Support internal capability development by sharing your expertise and experience

What We’re Looking For

• Strong hands-on experience with Python, Java, or Scala

• Proficiency in AWS cloud environments and big data tech (Spark, Hadoop, Airflow)

• Solid understanding of SQL, ETL/ELT approaches, and data modelling techniques

• Experience building CI/CD pipelines with tools like Jenkins or CircleCI

• Knowledge of data security protocols and distributed system design

Bonus Points For

• Experience with messaging systems (Kafka, Spark Streaming, Kinesis)

• Familiarity with schema design and semi-structured data formats

• Exposure to containerisation, graph databases, or machine learning concepts

• Proficiency with cloud-native data tools (BigQuery, Redshift, Snowflake)

• Enthusiasm for learning and experimenting with new technologies

Why Join Capco

• Deliver high-impact technology solutions for Tier 1 financial institutions

• Work in a collaborative, flat, and entrepreneurial consulting culture

• Access continuous learning, training, and industry certifications

• Be part of a team shaping the future of digital financial services

• Help shape the future of digital transformation across FS & Energy.

Benefits

We offer a competitive, people-first benefits package designed to support every aspect of your life:

• Core Benefits: Discretionary bonus, competitive pension, health insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover. 

• Mental Health: Easy access to CareFirst, Unmind, Aviva consultations, and in-house first aiders. 

• Family-Friendly: Maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, plus paid leave for sickness, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, menopause, and bereavement. 

• Family Care: 8 complimentary backup care sessions for emergency childcare or elder care. 

• Holiday Flexibility: 5 weeks of annual leave with the option to buy or sell holiday days based on your needs. 

• Continuous Learning:  Your growth, your way - minimum 40 hours of training annually. Take your pick; workshops, certifications, e-learning. Also, Business Coach assigned from Day One: Get one-on-one guidance to fast-track your goals and accelerate your development. 

• Healthcare Access: Convenient online GP services. 

• Extra Perks: Gympass(Wellhub), travel insurance, Tastecard, season ticket loans, Cycle to Work, and dental insurance.

Inclusion at Capco
We’re committed to making our recruitment process accessible and straightforward for everyone. If you need any adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll be happy to help. We value each person’s unique perspective and contribution. At Capco, we believe that being yourself is your greatest strength. Our #BeYourselfAtWork culture encourages individuality and collaboration – a mindset that shapes how we work with clients and each other every day.