Founding Data EngineerLondon – 4 Days in OfficeData at Pubity moves fast. We need an engineer who can own our data function end-to-end, build reliable pipelines, and turn messy inputs into structured, dependable systems the business can trust.If you enjoy designing scalable architecture, setting standards, and shipping production-grade data systems that power real decisions every day, this role is for you.About the RoleAs Founding Data Engineer, you will take full ownership of Pubity Group’s data function. You will be responsible for the architecture, reliability, and evolution of our data ecosystem across Social, Commercial and Studio, with a growing footprint into our internal software stack.You will work day to day with Special Projects and key stakeholders across the business, acting as the technical owner of how data is collected, modelled, validated, governed and used. This is a hands-on role with real autonomy: you will set the standards, build the systems, and ensure the business can rely on the outputs.Key ResponsibilitiesYou will:Own the end-to-end data function: architecture, roadmap, delivery and reliabilityDesign and maintain robust pipelines and data models in GCP (BigQuery, SQL, Python)Develop production-grade Python pipeline code (requests, pandas and clean engineering practices)Build and scale API integrations across Meta, TikTok, YouTube, X/Twitter and othersExtend pipelines into internal systems (CRM, project management, meeting trackers, Slack and future tools)Take ownership of data quality: validation rules, automated testing, monitoring and alertingDefine metric standards and a single source of truth across platforms (reach, engagement, retention, revenue)Orchestrate workflows using GCP tooling (e.g. Cloud Composer) and ensure resilient schedulingOwn access control and governance in Google Cloud: IAM structure, permissions, auditability and admin hygienePartner with Social, Editorial, Commercial and Studio to deliver dashboards, reporting layers and decision-ready outputsOwn documentation, data definitions, and handover standards so the function scales cleanlyWhat We’re Looking ForMust Haves:Strong experience owning data pipelines in production environments (GCP preferred)Advanced SQL and strong BigQuery capability (or equivalent with the ability to ramp fast)Strong Python for pipeline development including requests and pandasExperience building and maintaining API based data integrationsExperience with dbt or Dataform and modern modelling practicesClear track record of owning reliability: data QA, monitoring, alerting and incident response basicsImportant:Orchestration experience (Cloud Composer or equivalent)Experience connecting data models to BI platforms (Power BI or equivalent)Strong stakeholder management: able to prioritise competing asks and set expectationsNice to Haves:Cost optimisation experience in GCP or large scale query environmentsSupabase or Postgres experienceNode.js scripting for connectorsMulti cloud exposure (AWS or Azure)Platforms and Pipeline ScopeYou’ll help build and scale pipelines across:Meta: Facebook and Instagram already integratedNext wave: TikTok, YouTube, X/Twitter, Snap, LinkedIn, Google AdsInternal ecosystem: CRM, project management systems, meeting trackers, Slack and future first-party toolsEverything beyond Meta will be built from scratch, with you owning the approach and standards.You’ll Thrive Here If…You want full ownership, not narrow ticketsYou like building systems that other teams depend on dailyYou can move fast without sacrificing reliabilityYou communicate clearly and drive alignment across teamsPubity Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are determined to create a diverse group at all levels of our company and we welcome all members of the community to apply for openings with us.