Synechron

QA Python Automation Engineer

10 October 2024
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£24000 - £56000 / year

Job Description

About Synechron

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’ s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Consulting, Design, Cloud, Data, and Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our Fin Labs we develop solutions for modernization, from Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more.

 

Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,000+, and has 40 offices in 17 countries within key global markets.

Experience (Total & Relevant) : 2 +  years

Education Qualifications : Any Graduate or Post Graduate

Languages: English

 

 

Software Requirements:

  • Proficiency in Python programming with a strong understanding of its ecosystems and frameworks.
  • Experience with data validation techniques and methodologies to ensure the accuracy and integrity of data.
  • Hands-on experience with DB2 for database management and operations.
  • Experience working with Snowflake for cloud-based data warehousing solutions.
  • Proficiency in Databricks for big data processing and analytics on a unified data platform.

Overall Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines and build out new API integrations to support continuing increases in data volume and complexity.
  • Write high-quality, efficient, testable code in Python and other object-oriented languages.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs, gather requirements, and implement data solutions.
  • Conduct data validation to ensure the accuracy and quality of data through all pipelines.
  • Implement processes and systems to monitor data quality, ensuring production data is always accurate and available for key stakeholders and business processes that depend on it.
  • Perform data analysis required to troubleshoot data-related issues and assist in the resolution of data issues.
  • Work closely with a team of frontend and backend engineers, product managers, and analysts.
  • Define and manage SLA for all data sets in allocated areas of ownership.

Technical Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of Python and its libraries for data analysis (Pandas, NumPy, SciPy).
  • Experience with SQL databases such as DB2, and familiarity with Snowflake and Databricks platforms.
  • Understanding of data modeling, data access, and data storage techniques.
  • Ability to use version control systems such as Git.
  • Knowledge of RESTful APIs and various data formats (JSON, XML).
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a similar role, working with Python, data validation, DB2, Snowflake, and Databricks.
  • Proven track record of designing and deploying high-quality, scalable, and reliable data solutions.
  • Experience working with large-scale data-driven applications is a plus.

Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
 

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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