Senior Data Engineer

MyEdSpace is an education technology platform that connects the best teachers on the planet with the students who need them the most - wherever they are, whatever their means.

Backed by $15m in Series A funding from some of the leading EdTech investors, we're ready to scale - and we want you to lead the charge with us

We're on a mission to make a world-class education accessible to all.

We believe that every child deserves access to quality education, regardless of geography or socioeconomic background, to achieve their dreams and build a brighter future.

So if you're a top-performer, incredibly ambitious, and excited to redefine an industry on a societal level and make a real impact on the world - we'd love to hear from you

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines and platforms that power analytics, machine learning, and business decision-making. In this role, you will work closely with data analysts, product team and software engineers to ensure reliable, high-quality data is available across the organization.

You will play a key role in shaping our data architecture and setting engineering best practices.

• Strong proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Python preferably)
• Hands-on experience with data warehousing technologies (Snowflake preferably) and also the experience with classic OLTP databases (Postgres)
• Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines using tools such as Airflow, dbt/datamesh
• Understanding of semantic layers in BI applications (Looker/Holistics/Omni)
• Solid understanding of data modeling, schema design, and performance optimization
• Experience with AWS cloud platform
• Familiarity with version control, CI/CD, and software engineering best practices
• Knowledge of data governance, privacy, and compliance standards
• Experience with streaming technologies (Kafka, Kinesis)

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes
• Architect and optimize data warehouses, data lakes, and streaming solutions
• Ensure data quality, reliability, security, and governance across all data systems
• Collaborate with data analysts, and product teams to understand data requirements
• Optimize performance and cost of data infrastructure in cloud environments
• Implement monitoring, alerting, and logging for data workflows
• Lead technical design discussions and contribute to data architecture decisions

We aim to keep the process efficient, transparent, and focused on mutual fit.

• CV Screening

We review applications to understand your experience in data analytics, stakeholder partnership, and building durable analytical solutions.
- Screening Call

A short conversation to get to know each other better.

You'll learn more about MyEdSpace and how we work, while we'll explore what motivates you, how you like to collaborate, and whether our ways of working align.
- A live technical interview focusing on:

• Python coding and data manipulation
• SQL querying and data modeling concepts
• Cloud data architecture and performance considerations

This may include real-world scenarios rather than abstract puzzles.
- System Design & Architecture Interview

A deep dive into your engineering approach — exploring past projects, technical decisions, and systems thinking.
- Culture & Collaboration Interview

A closing conversation to ensure strong alignment with our values and ways of working.

Job Title: Senior Data Engineer

Location: Remote / Flexible (we are open to candidates being based in the UK, or in Europe (+/- 3 hours GMT))

Contract Type: Permanent employee or employer of record (depending on location)

Salary: Competitive + bonus

Experience: 3+ years commercial experience as Senior Data Engineer

Our values

PUT INTEGRITY FIRST Honesty matters. Tell the truth, and be straight-up. Be transparent and do the right thing. This builds respect and reliability for our students, families and team members.

KNOW YOUR COORDINATES Understand where you are and where you want to get to. Know your strengths and acknowledge your gaps. Think from first principles. Question things, and never pretend to know what you don't.

RAISE THE BAR Own it and get it done. Do better. Iterate quickly and seek feedback. Deliver real value. Be excellent and lift others up. Share learnings and help your teammates improve.

LOVE TO BE WRONG Push boundaries. Be outside your comfort zone. Naturally you'll get some things wrong and that's okay. Embrace feedback. Learn from it and get closer to excellence.

WIN TOGETHER To achieve our mission, we have to work together. We all have a role to play, so help each other get there. We're stronger as a team so inspire, support and respect each other.

Why you'll love working here

We're a team on a mission to transform education for the better. Joining MES means you'll be part of something ambitious, fast-moving, and full of purpose. Here's what you can expect:

• The chance to make a real impact: your work directly shapes the future of education.
• A fast-paced and high-growth environment where ideas move quickly and careers accelerate.
• A collaborative, supportive culture: we're head quartered in the UK, but we're a global team with colleagues in 15+ countries, bringing a rich mix of perspectives and energy.