Data Engineering Trainer

FIND are working with a growing tech consultancy & education company, who’s mission is to get more people from underprivileged & under-represented backgrounds into high performing Software, Cloud & Data roles within FTSE 250 companies.

They’re looking to hire a Lead Data Engineering Trainer for their new Data Engineering pathway. This Trainer will be responsible for training & coaching cohorts of trainees through their Data Engineering course, before they are deployed as consultants.

This will be a hybrid Remote / London working role. You’ll likely to come into the London office 2 or 3 times a week max.

Responsibilities:

Training Delivery:

• Conduct engaging and effective group training sessions, to impart technical skills and industry knowledge to junior Data Engineers.

Individual Coaching:

• Provide one-on-one coaching and mentorship to junior Data Engineers, offering guidance on project work, problem-solving, and career development.

Curriculum Development:

• Design and develop comprehensive on-going training for junior Data Engineers, covering essential concepts, tools, and techniques in data engineering.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements to ensure training materials are up-to-date and aligned with current best practices.

Practical Application:

• Develop and oversee hands-on exercises and real-world projects to reinforce theoretical knowledge, promoting the practical application of data engineering principles
• Collaborate with industry professionals to integrate real-world scenarios into training modules, enhancing the overall learning experience.

Performance Evaluation & Assessment

• Conduct regular assessments to evaluate the progress and performance of junior Data Engineers, delivering constructive feedback and creating customized development plans.
• Establish clear benchmarks for success, tracking and celebrating individual achievements within the training program.

Industry Networking:

• Actively participate in the data engineering community, attending industry events, and cultivating relationships with professionals to stay informed about industry trends and opportunities.

Continuous Learning:

• Maintain a commitment to personal and professional growth by staying updated on data engineering and related fields.

Requirements:

• 3+ years industry experience working as a Data Engineer
• Cloud experience (AWS , Azure or GCP)
• Strong Python or Java experience
• Strong Database & Warehouse experience
• ETL building / development experience (desirable)
• Machine Learning experience (desirable)
• Some form of previous training or coaching experience (i.e. Trainer / Instructor / Lecturer / Tutor / Teacher / Coach / Mentor)

We’d also be keen to speak with anyone in a related data field who has good programming experience & would like to become up-skill, and become a Trainer within Data Engineering (i.e. Data Analyst / Data Scientist / ML / Cloud Engineer)

For more information, please contact Ryan Hammond