The Data Engineer will deliver on this ambition set by Petcare we require the very highest level of technical / engineering expertise within Global Petcare Data & Analytics. In this role, you will expand this high performing team of creative, skilled individuals – to help build out new capabilities and bring fresh ideas to the table.

 What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree required. Masters / Degree with some computing, scientific, statistical or mathematical component preferred
• Experience in processing data using Spark / Databricks or similar
• Experience working in a cloud environment (Azure, AWS, GCP)
• Experience in at least one of: Python (or similar), SQL, PySpark
• Experience in building data pipeline/ETL/ELT solutions
• Ability and strong desire to research and learn new technologies and languages
• Interest in the contemporary data engineering and analytics landscape, the current tools, the latest approaches
• Preferred skills: 
  • Neo4J / Cypher, Microsoft Azure cloud technologies e.g. Blob Storage, ADLS, Azure DevOps, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions
  • Delta Lake storage layer
  • Data visualisation tools e.g. PowerBI, Tableau, Thoughtspot, D3.js

What will be your key responsibilities? 

• Engineer and orchestrate data flows & pipelines in a cloud environment using a progressive tech stack e.g. Databricks, Spark, Python, PySpark, Delta Lake, SQL, Logic Apps, Azure Functions, ADLS, Parquet, Neo4J, Flask
• Ingest and integrate data from a large number of disparate data sources
• Design and build complex data models for analytical insight
• Write high quality code contributing to a platform which is scalable and easy to maintain
• Work closely with translators, data scientists and technology partners to understand their requirements
• Exercise fluid communication
• Adopt DevOps & CI/CD methodologies to collaborate on a growing platform
• Enthusiastically evolve your technical skillset, engage in training and learn new technologies and techniques
• Tackle challenging project tasks demonstrating ownership and responsibility

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

About Mars:
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5â„¢, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitalsâ„¢, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCAâ„¢ and Pet Partnersâ„¢. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Disclaimer:
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.​​​​​​​

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