Graduate Scheme - Data Engineer

We are looking for you to join our Data team as a graduate to join us and help families get more out of life. We are accepting applications from those who graduated between 2021-2023.

About the role.

As a Graduate Data Engineer you will work closely with other Data Engineers in the delivery assigned via a back log from and to successful completion. You will collaborate cross functionally on issue resolution seeking support form a Tech Lead when required. You will communicate effectively to provide support for the data platform to resolve any bug/fix issues.

About the team.

We have embarked on an ambitious journey, to modernise our Data domain working with new cutting edge technology working within the Data Science, Analytics, Strategy and Engineering team. The Data Engineer will work within squads towards a backlog of work to grow and develop our data capabilities working across our Data Lake, Data Warehouse or within our AWS Infrastructure in the cloud.

The Associate Data Engineer will need to collaborate effectively in cross-functional, agile squads

About the scheme.

You will join us on a 2-year scheme where you will complete 4, 6-month rotations across the team, to get a view of the function and to gain broader experience and exposure to the breadth of technology roles performed in the Very Group.

Requirements

Our graduate schemes are open to both graduates and master students who have graduated within 2021-2023. Whether you are studying a specific technical degree (STEM) or passionate about learning more, we want to see your application! Our scheme will support your learning to help you grow both technically and commercially.

Our ideal candidate:

• Is intellectually curious and has a strong desire to learn and discover
• Will challenge how we do things here and help us innovate to create our future
• Has a real thirst for knowledge, you must be ambitious, professional and assertive with a hands-on approach
• Is a natural story teller who can present their thoughts confidently
• Can collaborate effectively and an excellent team player
• Shares our thirst for knowledge and passion for our customers
• Is a superb organiser with good analytical and prioritisation skills
• Enjoys developing through organised or self-development; passionate to progress career at The Very Group.
• Understand our core values and able to demonstrate them

Above all, you’ll be full of fresh ideas and love working as part of a diverse team.

Please note: Applications will close on the 31st of October with the next stage taking place throughout the whole of November.

Benefits

• Clear career development conversations
  
• Consistent support throughout your 2 years and beyond
• Be part of our Early talent community
• Hybrid working model
• An environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and best practice

Reward package:

• £250.00 flexible benefits allowance
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays + option to buy or sell 5
• Mental health trained first aiders across the business
• Onsite gym with over 25 classes
• 25% discount on our Very.co.uk clothing and footwear, 15% off home and electricals
• Health and wellbeing agenda
• Private pension matched at 6%
• Bonus potential (performance and business related)
• On-site discounted restaurant and coffee houses
• Free on-site parking *Subject to availability and postcode eligibility