Urgent Data Engineer

Job Description
Job Title: Data Engineer
Location: Dublin
Type: Hybrid
Take the next step in your career with us.
Allied World is an ideal place for talented professionals who are driven by a belief in the value of collaboration and the power of knowledge.
We believe that when our great people work together and support one another, our clients receive the best solutions. We embrace unique perspectives and empower each person to grow through professional development, career training, and mentoring programs.
Our people are our most important asset, and we are very proud of the quality of our team members.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Data Engineer to join our dynamic IT team at Allied World. In this role, you will assist in the development, testing, and maintenance of data solutions that support our insurance business. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, enjoys problem-solving, and has a passion for technology. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex data solutions that support business objectives.
Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Architect scalable, efficient data pipelines, data warehouses, and data mesh solutions.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient scripts/SQL code following best practices and standards.
Mentor and guide junior data engineers, providing technical leadership and code reviews.
Drive the adoption of new technologies, tools, and processes to improve team productivity and system performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate applications with other business systems.
Stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend and implement innovative solutions.
Skills and Requirements:
5+ years of professional experience delivering high-performing data solutions, data warehouses, data marts, etc.
Expertise working with platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and/or on-premises (MS SQL, Oracle, Python).
Proficiency working with data tools/platforms (RedShift, Snowflake, Databricks, Informatica, SSAS, etc.)
Knowledge of ETL/ELT frameworks and data pipeline tools (SSIS, Informatica, PySpark, DLT - Databricks Delta Live Table).
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Expertise with version control systems (e.g., Git).
Experience with Property & Casualty Insurance is a plus.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
About Fairfax: Fairfax is a holding company engaged in property and casualty insurance, reinsurance, and investment management through its subsidiaries.
Working at Allied World:
Our team of over 1,400 professionals has deep industry expertise. We offer:
Instant membership in the Allied World Family — a global network supporting your career.
A structured coaching program to help build your career.
Access to comprehensive learning and development resources.
Global Presence:
Headquartered in Bermuda, with offices worldwide including Dublin, London, Hong Kong, and more.
Our Business:
We are a global provider of insurance and reinsurance solutions, supporting clients since 2001. As a subsidiary of Fairfax Financial Holdings Limited, we leverage a worldwide network for innovative responses.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Allied World considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.
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Primary Location IE-IE-Dublin
Work Locations Dublin Georges Quay Plaza, Georges Quay Dublin 23rd Floor Dublin

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