As the first dedicated Data Engineer at SysGroup, you will architect the foundational data layer enabling company-wide AI transformation. You will build scalable models in Snowflake, integrate diverse APIs, and develop predictive tools. Working with state-of-the-art AI models, you will own the data strategy that powers automation for this established, publicly-traded organization.
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Data Engineer at SysGroup PLC
SysGroup PLC is hiring a Data Engineer to architect the foundations of their AI transformation. This is a rare opportunity to join a publicly listed firm as the first dedicated data hire, offering the autonomy of a startup with the security of an LSE-traded company. You’ll own the Snowflake architecture, build high-impact API integrations, and use state-of-the-art AI models to drive automation. With a base of up to £100k and liquid equity, this role is perfect for a Python and SQL expert who wants to lead the data strategy for an AI-first future.
Overview
Role overview
Company
SysGroup PLC
SysGroup PLC - LSE-listed managed services provider transitioning to AI-first operations
Responsibilities
What you will do
- Architect and maintain the core data model within Snowflake to centralize data from Zoho CRM, monitoring platforms, and client tools.
- Design and implement robust ETL/ELT pipelines using Matillion, AWS S3, and Lambda to ensure scalable data ingestion via various APIs.
- Partner with the software engineering team to build the predictive tooling suite and data foundations required for advanced AI embedding.
Candidate profile
Who this is a fit for
- Proven experience in cloud data warehousing, specifically with Snowflake, and building production-grade ETL/ELT pipelines with tools like Matillion.
- Strong proficiency in Python and SQL for data manipulation and a deep understanding of connecting and normalizing data from disparate APIs.
- A tech-forward mindset with genuine fluency in AI-assisted development tools to drive faster, more efficient engineering cycles.
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What makes it remarkable
Why this role is remarkable
- You are the first dedicated hire for this function, offering total autonomy to architect the data layer from scratch rather than maintaining legacy pipelines.
- Benefit from the stability of a publicly traded company (LSE: SYS) while receiving liquid, tradable LTIP shares that offer immediate real-world value.
- Work in an AI-native environment with high-tier access to tools like Cursor and Claude, where AI-assisted development is the team standard.
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