Database Associate

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of a pioneering venture builder, Blenheim Chalcot, and one of its leading FinTech ventures, Oakbrook. Blenheim Chalcot builds and supports disruptive digital businesses, providing the ecosystem and expertise for them to thrive. Oakbrook, a key company in our portfolio, is revolutionising consumer lending with its data-driven, customer-centric approach. As part of our team, you'll benefit from the agility and focus of a dedicated FinTech company while being connected to the broader network, resources, and innovation of a world-class venture builder.

The Role:

The Associate Data Engineer is a vital entry-level role within the Blenheim Chalcot portfolio and Oakbrook. You will support the development, optimization, and maintenance of data pipelines and work closely with senior engineers, data analysts, and software developers to build robust data solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong foundational data engineering knowledge who is eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development, optimization, and maintenance of scalable data pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
• Assist in data ingestion, transformation, and integration from various sources.
• Contribute to documentation and best practices for data engineering workflows.
• Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have a track record of delivering results in a fast-moving business and be comfortable with change and uncertainty. You should be eager to learn, collaborate, and grow in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications, Technical and/or Professional Experience:

• 1–2 years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
• Strong foundational knowledge of data engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Familiarity with Databricks (preferred).
• Experience with PySpark and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks.

About Oakbrook:

Founded in 2011, Oakbrook has united experts in consumer lending, advanced analytics, and innovative technology, all driven by the belief that consumer lending can be more personalized and customer centric. The collective mission across our three companies is to simplify and tailor the borrowing experience. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, data, and analytics, we provide fairer access to credit that reflects each customer’s unique circumstances, moving beyond outdated models that rely on averages and backward-looking assessments. Our goal is to create a more inclusive, individualized approach to lending.

About Blenheim Chalcot:

Blenheim Chalcot is one of the leading venture builders in the world. We have been building exciting and disruptive businesses for over 26 years across sectors including FinTech, EdTech, GovTech, Media, Sport, Charity and more. These companies are all GenAI enabled and are some of the most innovative companies in the UK and increasingly around the world.

The BC team in India has been instrumental to the growth and success of Blenheim Chalcot. Established in 2014, Blenheim Chalcot India serves as a pivotal launchpad for those aiming to make a difference in the realm of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Blenheim Chalcot India is driven by a mission to empower visionaries to lead, innovate, and build disruptive solutions. We support our diverse portfolio of ventures and create impactful solutions that shape global trends. We provide a range of services to help new businesses get off the ground, including technology, growth (marketing and sales), talent, HR, finance, legal and tax, plus so much more.

What We Can Offer You:

• Be part of the UK's Leading Digital Venture Builder.
• Opportunity to learn from and collaborate with diverse talent across BC.
• Exposure to GenAI-enabled ventures and cutting-edge technologies.
• A fun and open, cricket-obsessed atmosphere – we own the Rajasthan Royals IPL team! 🏏
• 24 days of annual leave & 10 public holiday days.
• Private Medical for you and your immediate family & Life Insurance for yourself.

Important

At Blenheim Chalcot, we strive to create an environment where differences are not only accepted but greatly valued; where everyone can make the most of their capabilities and potential. We promote meritocracy, competence and the sharing of ideas and opinions. We are driven by data and believe the diversity, agility, generosity, and curiosity of our people is what sets us apart as an organisation. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talent.