Machine Learning Engineer
Description
Are you a passionate Data Platform Engineer looking to make a real impact? We're looking for a Principal Data Engineer to lead the way in adopting and integrating cutting edge Databricks Lakehouse solutions across AXA UK. You'll be driving the development of scalable, robust data platforms, championing best practices, and inspiring a culture of data-driven innovation. If you're ready to help shape the future of data at AXA and empower teams with powerful, strategic insights, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work at least two days a week (40%) away from home, moving to three days a week (60%) in the future. Away from home means either attendance at one of our office locations, visiting clients or attending industry events. We're also happy to consider flexible working arrangements, which you can discuss with Talent Acquisition.
What you'll be doing:
• Design, build, and operate scalable Databricks Lakehouse solutions, including pipelines and streaming processes.
• Lead the adoption of new Databricks features such as AI/BI Genie, Lakeflow Designer, and Agent Bricks to drive innovative data use cases.
• Partner with business units to understand their needs, develop best practices, and enable self-serve data solutions that are reliable, high quality, and accessible.
• Promote best practices for trustworthy, high-quality data to maximise the value of Data and AI initiatives.
• Deliver workshops, create documentation, and share practical guidance to empower teams across AXA.
• Collaborate with technical and business teams to develop innovative data projects, ensuring solutions are scalable, performant, and aligned with best practices.
• Facilitate collaboration between Data Platform, Data Science, Business Units, and Data Governance teams.
• Enhance platform performance, automation, and data management processes to support continuous innovation.
• Lead efforts to enhance platform capabilities, promote innovation, and share knowledge to foster a culture of growth and experimentation.
Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we're able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you're interested in joining us at AXA, please don't hesitate to apply.
What you'll bring:
• Proven experience in designing, building, and operating advanced Databricks Lakehouse solutions, including pipelines and structured streaming processes and feature adoption.
• Passion for exploring and deploying new Databricks features to solve real business problems and drive competitive advantage.
• Strong ability to partner with business units, understand their data needs, and enable self-service, high quality data solutions.
• Ability to work with and guide teams on best practices, support architectural decisions, and influence data engineering strategies.
• Skilled at creating clear documentation, playing a key role in preparing and facilitating workshops, and engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Advocate for high-quality data and effective data management to maximise value from analytics and AI.
• Experienced in working across technical, business, and governance teams to deliver impactful solutions.
• Curious, proactive, and eager to experiment with new tools and approaches to solve complex problems.
As a precondition of employment for this role, you must be eligible and authorised to work in the United Kingdom.
What we offer:
At AXA UK, we're appreciative of the people who work for us and our rewards package is reviewed regularly to reflect that. You can expect to receive:
• Competitive annual salary of up to £95,000 dependent on experience
• Annual company & performance-based bonus
• Contributory pension scheme (up to 12% employer contributions)
• Life Assurance (up to 10 x annual salary)
• Private medical cover
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Opportunity to buy up to 5 extra days leave or sell up to 5 days leave
• Wellbeing services & resources
• AXA employee discounts
To apply, click on the 'apply for this job' button, you'll then need to log in or create a profile to submit your CV. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and don't discriminate against employees or potential employees based on protected characteristics. If you have a long-term condition or disability and require adjustments during the application or interview process, we're proud to offer access to the AXA Accessibility Concierge. For our support, please send an email to leanne.white@axa-insurance.co.uk.
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Who we are:
AXA UK Support Functions power AXA's three customer-facing business units, providing the infrastructure, support and expertise to ensure our customers can always count on us. Whether you've got heaps of experience and qualifications behind you, or you're just starting out, we'll give you the support and opportunities to help you grow and develop with confidence.