The Role
The Senior Data Engineer will develop data pipelines, manage the data platform's infrastructure, and set standards for high-quality data practices while collaborating with stakeholders.
Summary Generated by Built In
CFC is on a journey to be a leader in data driven insurance. We are a leader in automated cyber insurance and will use data more and more as the bedrock of our business. In order to support this we are building a single data platform which will enable us to collect, share and use data across our business and with many user communities. This data platform will initially be used to support MDM requirements and over time will expand to provide core capability for leveraging data across our organisation. In order to support this initiative, we are looking to hire a Data Engineer who will play a significant role in delivering this capability.
Beyond the immediate use cases around the data platform, there are ample opportunities to influence the data approach to CFC and pioneer new initiatives to support the companies goals. We expect this role to be a mixture of hands-on development work and strategic thinking.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced data engineer to join a growing company at the forefront of data usage within the Insurance industry. You will be working with senior stakeholders to craft a new set of capabilities and have the opportunity to drive the direction and fundamentals of this platform.
About the role
What you'll be doing:
- Working with multiple stakeholder communities to understand our data needs and create pipelines to take data between different layers in the platform
- Ensuring the technical infrastructure is in place and appropriate to support managing the data platform and associated activities such as pipelines
- Creating standards and patterns to ensure that future development adhere to a high-quality fit for purpose framework
- Defining features and capabilities to move the dial on data usage within the insurance industry
- Providing governance and consultancy to users of the data platform and data related questions
About you
- 3+ years working in a Data Engineering role
- Knowledge of Python and Spark
- Strong SQL knowledge
- Experience analyzing, cleaning, migrating and modeling data
- Experience using Azure or another cloud provider (AWS, GCP)
Core Values
Love what you do:
We show up each day ready to take on the world. Our passion and intensity set us apart and makes the difference to our colleagues, customers, brokers and carriers.
Challenge everything:
We’re never afraid to question the way that things are done and we constantly challenge ourselves and others to makes things better.
Have fun, be good:
Insurance is a serious business, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We make it fun to work at CFC, we welcome all viewpoints, and we treat everyone how we would expect to be treated.
We show up each day ready to take on the world. Our passion and intensity set us apart and makes the difference to our colleagues, customers, brokers and carriers.
Challenge everything:
We’re never afraid to question the way that things are done and we constantly challenge ourselves and others to makes things better.
Have fun, be good:
Insurance is a serious business, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously. We make it fun to work at CFC, we welcome all viewpoints, and we treat everyone how we would expect to be treated.
About
CFC is a specialist insurance provider, pioneering emerging risk and market leader in cyber. Our global insurance platform uses cutting-edge technology and data science to deliver smarter, faster underwriting and protect customers from today's most critical business risk.Headquartered in London with offices in New York, Melbourne, Sydney, Austin, Madrid, Brussels and Brisbane, CFC has over 1100 staff and is trusted by more than 100,000 businesses across 90 countries.At CFC, insurance isn't just about underwriting. From data science to software development, and digital marketing design, we've got something for everyone. We're passionate about pushing boundaries, thinking differently and building the insurance company of the future.CFC is committed to the principles of equal opportunities and creating an environment in which all individuals are always treated with dignity and respect. We encourage a diverse corporate culture of openness and appreciation to create an environment in which your talent can be developed in the best possible way. Should you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know.
Skills Required
- 3+ years working in a Data Engineering role
- Knowledge of Python and Spark
- Strong SQL knowledge
- Experience analyzing, cleaning, migrating and modeling data
- Experience using Azure or another cloud provider (AWS, GCP)
CFC Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CFC and has not been reviewed or approved by CFC.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Variable pay is positioned as a core part of total compensation, with a group‑wide annual bonus highlighted as a consistent feature. Expanding employee share ownership is described as enhancing overall rewards alongside bonuses.
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Healthcare Strength — Private medical insurance is provided, complemented by dental and optical cashback and a 24/7 employee assistance programme. These elements indicate comprehensive health coverage beyond standard medical plans.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away provisions include 25 days of holiday and paid volunteer time, signaling a broad approach to time off. Additional practices such as company social events support overall work–life rhythm, though they are not leave per se.
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The Company
What We Do
CFC is a specialist insurance provider, pioneer in emerging risk and market leader in cyber. Their global insurance platform uses cutting-edge technology and data science to deliver smarter, faster underwriting and protect customers from today’s most critical business risks.
