Principal Data Engineer

Data

Permanent

Leeds | Manchester | White City

Hiring range: £95,000 - £110,000

For more information please email TalkingCareers@itv.com

 

Your work matters to millions.

Shaping culture is in the DNA of ITV. So, it’s not surprising that you’ll find us in every home in the UK, our productions are famous all over the world and we’re at the forefront of the digital streaming revolution. 

When you join us, you enter a fun working environment. With opportunities to learn, to grow and make a real difference. Small enough that your impact’s felt in the business, but big enough that your impact reaches millions of people. 

Come develop your skills, change TV and the course of your career. Don’t just watch it. Be part of it. Join ITV.

Your impact sends ripples.

The role

In this role, you’ll define the technical vision and architecture for data engineering initiatives at ITV, leading the design and implementation of complex data solutions. You’ll drive engineering best practices, mentor senior engineers, and align technical strategy with business goals. Additionally, you’ll evaluate new technologies to address emerging challenges and, depending on your goals, may manage a team of data engineers.

Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)

• Lead architecture reviews and technical design discussions
• Define technical standards and best practices
• Guide technology selection and evaluation
• Drive innovation in data engineering practices
• Influence technical strategy across engineering at ITV

 

Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)

• A proven track record of leading large-scale initiatives
• Deep expertise in distributed systems, data architecture, and engineering best practices
• Experience successfully leading the architecture, build and ownership of large scale data pipeline ecosystems
• Strong track record of mentoring engineers and growing technical leaders
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• History of driving organisational change and technical innovation

ITV is for everyone.

ITV strongly encourages applications for this role from disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, if you meet the minimum criteria for a role and you have declared that you are disabled, we’ll guarantee to take you to the next stage* (minimum criteria above).

We're happy to discuss any support/personalisation you may need during our application and selection process as part of our reasonable adjustments. Drop us a line if you require anything at talkingcareers@itv.com. 

Find out more about applying with a disability.

* There may be a few exceptions where we are not able to take all eligible candidates to the next stage due to the volume of applications.

 

Because those who make an impact deserve to be rewarded for it.

ITV offers some great rewards and benefits including:

• Flexible working with a range of options
• Generous holiday allowance, plus you can buy more
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Competitive pension contribution
• Save as you earn - with an opportunity to buy ITV shares
• Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
  
  

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Closing date: Friday 17th January 2025