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IAG Loyalty

May 7

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Data
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • London
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need strong SQL skills (Snowflake preferred), ELT knowledge, AWS experience, Terraform familiarity, proficiency in Python/Go, and excellent collaboration skills. Attention to detail is essential.
  • You will analyze, design, develop, and support data products, enhance platforms, build applications, and deliver iterative solutions in a Kanban team while creating documentation for end users.

Requirements

  • Strong SQL development skills—experience with Snowflake is a big plus, and bonus points if you’ve worked with dbt or SQLMesh.
  • A track record of designing and delivering complex, high-impact data solutions.
  • Solid understanding of ELT processes and the technologies that enable them.
  • Comfortable working with cloud infrastructure, particularly AWS.
  • Experience using Infrastructure as Code at scale; we use Terraform to manage and standardise our environments.
  • Proficiency in at least one data-focused programming language—ideally Python (our primary language), or Go for performance-critical tasks.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across both technical and non-technical teams.
  • A proactive, improvement-driven mindset—always looking for smarter, better ways to work.
  • Strong attention to detail and a deep commitment to quality in everything you deliver.

Responsibilities

  • You’ll work across the full data lifecycle—from analysis and design to development, testing, and ongoing support of our data products.
  • You'll play a key role in enhancing our existing platforms and infrastructure, contributing to inner-source projects that help standardise and scale data capabilities across IAG Loyalty.
  • You’ll also build applications that unlock new ways to activate and leverage our data.
  • Working within a small, focused team using Kanban principles, you’ll deliver impactful, iterative data products, while also creating clear documentation and training materials to support end users and drive adoption of new solutions.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Data Engineer role?

The primary focus of the Data Engineer role is to build data solutions that power the Redemption space, enabling customers to turn Avios points into meaningful rewards and improving decision-making and products across the business.

What tools and technologies will the Data Engineer be working with?

The Data Engineer will be working with SQL, Snowflake, dbt or SQLMesh, cloud infrastructure (particularly AWS), and Infrastructure as Code using Terraform. Proficiency in a data-focused programming language, ideally Python or Go, is also required.

What type of team structure does the Data Engineer work within?

The Data Engineer will work within a small, focused team using Kanban principles, emphasizing collaboration and delivering iterative data products.

Is experience with specific technologies necessary for this role?

Yes, having strong SQL development skills, experience with Snowflake, and familiarity with ELT processes and cloud infrastructure (particularly AWS) are important for this role.

What qualities are essential for a candidate applying for this position?

A candidate should demonstrate a proactive, improvement-driven mindset, excellent communication and collaboration skills, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

What is the expected working environment for this role?

The role has a blended working environment, with a combination of remote and in-office work in Central London. A 50/50 split between the two locations is expected.

Are there opportunities for growth and impact within the company?

Yes, the role offers opportunities for growth and transformation as IAG Loyalty continues to migrate to a modern data stack and improve data capabilities across the organization.

Does IAG Loyalty promote equity, diversity, and inclusion?

Yes, IAG Loyalty is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture where everyone feels welcomed and valued, which enhances the ability to solve complex problems and serve customers better.

Is collaboration important in this role?

Yes, collaboration is key to the success of the small, high-performing team, and candidates should be comfortable working with both technical and non-technical teams.

Are applications encouraged even if a candidate does not meet all requirements?

Yes, candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every single point listed in the job description, as the company is open to discussing potential fit.

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IAG Loyalty

Join our club and reward the world.

Technology
Industry
201-500
Employees
1988
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

IAG Loyalty is part of International Airlines Group (IAG). We were founded as Airmiles in 1988 and became Avios in 2011, now we’re IAGL and we have over 30 years’ experience in loyalty. We manage the British Airways Executive Club, Iberia Plus, Vueling Club, and the Aer Lingus AerClub, and we have an impressive range of retail, travel and financial services partners of the Avios currency. We’re loyalty pioneers creating the world’s most rewarding experiences. That’s our vision. We help people to enjoy incredible experiences by collecting and redeeming the iconic Avios currency. We design customer loyalty programmes, build loyalty management tools, provide loyalty tech solutions, and produce invaluable data and customer insights to turn customer loyalty into a powerful tool for maximising a brand power and scale. We’re a vision and values led business. Our vision sets our ambition, and our values represent how we’re going to get there. Together, this perfect partnership unites our people into a club of colleagues that know why and how we do things here. Our values are owned by everyone in the club, and are uniquely ours: •We bring passion to our work •We have the courage to reimagine •We focus on agility •We excel in delivery •We keep learning and stay curious •We take belonging seriously Our colleagues bring our vision and values to life every day in all they do. For our business, for our customers and for each other.