Data Platform Developer - #147099

Company Description/ Business Unit

Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week)

Employment Type: Permanent, full time

Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus

Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again.

For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Data Platform Developer means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.

Our Chief Operating Office (COO) are the backbone of The AA, providing both stability and structure to support growth and innovation. We are the drivers of change.

This is the job

We are seeking a talented and experienced Data Platform Developer to join our Data & Analytics team.

You’ll be responsible for the design and implementation of technology within specific work package components, in line with defined technical frameworks. You will create detailed technical solution architecture documents and ensure designed components meet project requirements.

What will I be doing?

• Design: Develop BI, Analytics, and Engineering technology components aligned with technical solutions.
• Collaboration: Work with a wide range of engineering resources to ensure high standards in end-to-end infrastructure design.
• Preparation: Embed technical frameworks into the data team, including key design decisions and recommendations.
• Development: Implement designs, develop, plan, modify, and improve data operational solutions.
• Research: Stay updated with data technology solutions and propose enhancements.
• Governance: Participate in design reviews and technical meetings, driving improvements in current processes and practices.
  
  

What do I need?

• Experience with Azure, including data storage, security, networking, monitoring, and management services.
• Understanding of Databricks, including engineering methodologies, cost management, scheduling, and data storage.
• Architecting cloud solutions to support a data-driven business using analytical and visualisation approaches, and knowledge of Data Sharing capabilities with security considerations.
• Operating within an Engineering, Agile, and DevOps environment, and using tools like Git and Jira.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong interpersonal and influencing capabilities, and the ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and timescales across a virtual, technical, cross-functional team.
• High integrity, clear-thinking, and problem-solving skills, with leadership abilities, enthusiasm for using data to drive an organisation, and a results-oriented mindset with a strong eye for detail and commercial focus.
  
  

Additional information

Benefits

We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA team, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
• Company funded life assurance
• Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
  
  

Plus, so much more!

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.