Synapri
Lead Data Platform Engineer - Databricks - IAC - Terraform - Azure Data Factory - Data Lakehouse The Data Platform Engineer designs, develops, automates, and maintains secure, scalable, and compliant data platforms that enable the firm to efficiently manage, analyse, and utilise data. The role ensures that data solutions are robust and reliable while meeting regulatory obligations and safeguarding client confidentiality. Key Responsibilities Design and architect scalable, secure, and compliant data platforms and solutions, producing technical documentation and securing approvals through governance bodies such as Architecture Review Boards. Build and deliver robust data solutions using Databricks, PySpark, Spark SQL, Azure Data Factory, and Azure services. Develop APIs and write efficient Python, PySpark, and SQL code to support data integration, processing, and automation. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments using Azure DevOps to enable reliable releases across environments. Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (eg, Terraform, ARM) to provision and manage cloud resources, including ADF pipelines, Databricks assets, and Unity Catalog components. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise data platform performance, reliability, and costs, identifying bottlenecks and recommending improvements. Create dashboards and observability tools to report on platform performance, usage, incidents, and operational KPIs. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience designing and building cloud-based data platforms, ideally within Azure. Strong hands-on expertise with Databricks, PySpark, Spark SQL, and Azure Data Factory. Solid understanding of Data Lakehouse architecture and modern data platform design. Proficiency in Python for data engineering, automation, and data processing. Experience developing and integrating REST APIs for data services. Strong DevOps experience, including CI/CD, automated testing, and release management for data platforms. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or ARM templates. Knowledge of data modelling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data warehousing concepts. Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (eg, Azure Monitor). Desirable Experience with additional Azure services (eg, Fabric, Azure Functions, Logic Apps). Knowledge of cloud cost optimisation for data platforms. Understanding of data governance and regulatory compliance (eg, GDPR). Experience working in regulated or professional services environments.
Lead Data Platform Engineer - Databricks - IAC - Terraform - Azure Data Factory - Data Lakehouse The Data Platform Engineer designs, develops, automates, and maintains secure, scalable, and compliant data platforms that enable the firm to efficiently manage, analyse, and utilise data. The role ensures that data solutions are robust and reliable while meeting regulatory obligations and safeguarding client confidentiality. Key Responsibilities Design and architect scalable, secure, and compliant data platforms and solutions, producing technical documentation and securing approvals through governance bodies such as Architecture Review Boards. Build and deliver robust data solutions using Databricks, PySpark, Spark SQL, Azure Data Factory, and Azure services. Develop APIs and write efficient Python, PySpark, and SQL code to support data integration, processing, and automation. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments using Azure DevOps to enable reliable releases across environments. Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code (eg, Terraform, ARM) to provision and manage cloud resources, including ADF pipelines, Databricks assets, and Unity Catalog components. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimise data platform performance, reliability, and costs, identifying bottlenecks and recommending improvements. Create dashboards and observability tools to report on platform performance, usage, incidents, and operational KPIs. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field. Proven experience designing and building cloud-based data platforms, ideally within Azure. Strong hands-on expertise with Databricks, PySpark, Spark SQL, and Azure Data Factory. Solid understanding of Data Lakehouse architecture and modern data platform design. Proficiency in Python for data engineering, automation, and data processing. Experience developing and integrating REST APIs for data services. Strong DevOps experience, including CI/CD, automated testing, and release management for data platforms. Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or ARM templates. Knowledge of data modelling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data warehousing concepts. Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (eg, Azure Monitor). Desirable Experience with additional Azure services (eg, Fabric, Azure Functions, Logic Apps). Knowledge of cloud cost optimisation for data platforms. Understanding of data governance and regulatory compliance (eg, GDPR). Experience working in regulated or professional services environments.
Synapri
Biggin Hill, Kent
Synapri are partnering with an internationally recognised brand to find a talented HR Systems Analyst to join their growing HR Systems team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the heart of HR technology, helping to optimise and evolve a sophisticated Workday environment that supports a fast-paced, high-performing organisation. In this role, you ll play a key part in maintaining, improving, and expanding the organisation s Workday platform, working across multiple modules while collaborating with HR, IT, and external partners. Alongside day-to-day system optimisation, you ll also contribute to a major project implementing a new contingent workforce management solution, helping to modernise how contractors are managed across the business. If you enjoy improving systems, solving complex problems, and working closely with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, this role offers the chance to make a real difference within a globally respected organisation. Responsibilities: Supporting the configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of Workday across modules including HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, Talent, Learning, Recruiting, and more. Playing an active role in the implementation of a new contingent workforce management solution to support contractor engagement across the organisation. Partnering with HR stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and support testing and deployment within Workday. Working alongside IT teams and external partners to deliver new functionality, troubleshoot issues, and support system upgrades. Managing user access, security roles, and permissions to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards. Developing reports and dashboards to provide meaningful HR insights and support data-driven decision making. Supporting system integrations with third-party platforms and services. Providing training and guidance to system users, ensuring teams are getting the most out of Workday. Identifying opportunities to optimise processes, automate workflows, and improve data quality. Assisting with the rollout of Workday s bi-annual releases and continuous platform improvements. Experience: 3+ years experience working in an HR Systems, HRIS Analyst, or Workday-focused role. Strong understanding of Workday configuration, business processes, security, and reporting. Experience supporting integrations and working with technical teams or third-party AMS providers. Degree in HR, Business, Computer Science, or a related field. Ideally a Workday Pro certification in areas such as HCM, Security, Reporting, Payroll, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, or Recruiting. Knowledge of contingent workforce management processes and regulations such as IR35 is highly beneficial. Experience working within project-based environments and supporting system implementations. Familiarity with audit and compliance frameworks, including SOX. This is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days per week in Kent and offering a competitive salary and benefits package. Apply now to be considered.
Synapri are partnering with an internationally recognised brand to find a talented HR Systems Analyst to join their growing HR Systems team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the heart of HR technology, helping to optimise and evolve a sophisticated Workday environment that supports a fast-paced, high-performing organisation. In this role, you ll play a key part in maintaining, improving, and expanding the organisation s Workday platform, working across multiple modules while collaborating with HR, IT, and external partners. Alongside day-to-day system optimisation, you ll also contribute to a major project implementing a new contingent workforce management solution, helping to modernise how contractors are managed across the business. If you enjoy improving systems, solving complex problems, and working closely with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, this role offers the chance to make a real difference within a globally respected organisation. Responsibilities: Supporting the configuration, maintenance, and enhancement of Workday across modules including HCM, Payroll, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, Talent, Learning, Recruiting, and more. Playing an active role in the implementation of a new contingent workforce management solution to support contractor engagement across the organisation. Partnering with HR stakeholders to gather requirements, design solutions, and support testing and deployment within Workday. Working alongside IT teams and external partners to deliver new functionality, troubleshoot issues, and support system upgrades. Managing user access, security roles, and permissions to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards. Developing reports and dashboards to provide meaningful HR insights and support data-driven decision making. Supporting system integrations with third-party platforms and services. Providing training and guidance to system users, ensuring teams are getting the most out of Workday. Identifying opportunities to optimise processes, automate workflows, and improve data quality. Assisting with the rollout of Workday s bi-annual releases and continuous platform improvements. Experience: 3+ years experience working in an HR Systems, HRIS Analyst, or Workday-focused role. Strong understanding of Workday configuration, business processes, security, and reporting. Experience supporting integrations and working with technical teams or third-party AMS providers. Degree in HR, Business, Computer Science, or a related field. Ideally a Workday Pro certification in areas such as HCM, Security, Reporting, Payroll, Benefits, Absence, Time Tracking, or Recruiting. Knowledge of contingent workforce management processes and regulations such as IR35 is highly beneficial. Experience working within project-based environments and supporting system implementations. Familiarity with audit and compliance frameworks, including SOX. This is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days per week in Kent and offering a competitive salary and benefits package. Apply now to be considered.
