As an Intermediate Data Engineer within our IDEXX Veterinary Software portfolio, you will help drive the modernization of our data ecosystem by leading data migration initiatives and building scalable cloud-based solutions. This is an exciting opportunity for a data engineer looking to expand their technical leadership skills while making an impact in a meaningful industry. This role is based in London with a hybrid schedule of 2 days per week in our Wimbledon office.
Why this role matters:
Veterinary practices depend on reliable, accessible data to deliver exceptional care and operate efficiently. In this role, you will help modernize how critical data is migrated, managed, and leveraged across our cloud platforms. Your work will support the continued evolution of ezyVet and help enable future AI-driven capabilities, ensuring veterinary teams have access to secure, scalable, and reliable data solutions.
In this role:
- You will lead the migration of data assets from legacy systems into cloud-native environments using AWS and our bespoke Conversion Framework.
- You will design, develop, and optimize scalable data pipelines across hybrid cloud environments.
- You will build new systems and enhance existing applications that support data migration and platform growth.
- You will implement .NET-based microservices with strong observability and integration into broader data platforms.
- You will develop custom ETL pipelines using AWS services, Python, and MySQL.
- You will design scalable and secure cloud architectures leveraging AWS services including S3, Lambda, EKS, EC2, VPC, and RDS.
- You will integrate and support both legacy PHP/C# applications and modern cloud-native .NET services.
- You will implement governance, lineage, monitoring, and observability practices to ensure data quality, traceability, and reliability.
- You will collaborate with AI and machine learning teams to enable reliable data access for model training and advanced analytics initiatives.
- You will leverage metadata and structured data models to support AI explainability, auditability, and long-term platform scalability.
- You will guide engineering teams on best practices for cloud-based data handling, Terraform, infrastructure-as-code, and secure system architecture.
- You will coach junior developers and collaborate closely with product, platform, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
What you need to succeed:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, or related fields, including recent experience supporting cloud data migration initiatives
- Strong experience with AWS services including EC2, S3, and Lambda
- Strong proficiency with MySQL and object-oriented programming principles
- Experience developing with PHP, C#, .NET Core, React, and Python
- Experience working with AWS EKS and cloud-native architectures
- Experience designing and implementing ETL pipelines and data integration solutions
- Strong understanding of Git, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized environments such as Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience leading or contributing to cloud migration projects involving legacy and modern systems
- Experience working on AI-related projects or supporting AI/ML data workflows
- Knowledge of data governance, monitoring, and observability best practices
- Experience working with data compliance regulations, including GDPR
- Familiarity with technologies such as Kafka, Spark, or Flink
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams
- Demonstrated ability to mentor others and contribute technical leadership within engineering teams
What you can expect from us:
- Opportunity for annual bonuses
- Medical Insurance
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Work-from-home and wellbeing stipends
- 10% pension contribution
- Salary range of £40,000–£50,000
- Hybrid working model
- Opportunities for ongoing learning, development, and career growth
Why IDEXX:
We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.
We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture is one that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.
Knowing our work makes a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of pets and people is what motivates us every day. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here.
Let’s pursue what matters together.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in software or data engineering
- Proficient with MySQL, OOP, AWS
- Experience with PHP, C#, .NET Core, React, Python, AWS EKS
- Experience working on AI projects
- Strong knowledge of Git, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization
- Experience with data compliance regulations (GDPR)
IDEXX Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about IDEXX and has not been reviewed or approved by IDEXX.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive with day-one eligibility and added programs for mental health and musculoskeletal care. Feedback suggests insurance quality is strong, with multiple plan options and supportive wellness services.
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Retirement Support — Retirement savings support is highlighted through a clear 401(k) match that begins after an initial waiting period. Feedback suggests this materially strengthens total compensation beyond base pay.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs are depicted as generous, including PTO, paid holidays, and volunteer days. Parental leave and adoption assistance add to the breadth of paid leave options.
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What We Do
10,000 people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock. We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job. There’s an energy across IDEXX that is contagious – where caring and committed people come together to make things better. IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a member of the S&P 500, is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians around the world with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. Headquartered in southern Maine, we conduct operations through more than 70 locations around the world and serve customers in over 175 countries. Our primary business focuses on pet health, a growing market around the world. Our products —in-clinic diagnostic tests and instrumentation, reference laboratory and telemedicine consultation services, and practice management software—enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency and to build more economically successful practices. We also develop and manufacture diagnostic tests and information for the global production animal industry, including poultry and livestock, as well as tests for the quality and safety of water and milk. Please visit our website, IDEXX.com/careers, for further information and to view all of our job opportunities.
