Principal Data & AI Consultant

<p><span style="color:#121317">Waracle is looking for a </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Principal Data &amp; AI Consultant</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> to join our world-class digital technology consultancy. We are home to a diverse, collaborative, and forward-thinking community of specialists in technology-driven transformation.</span></p><p><span style="color:#121317">We partner with ambitious clients to help them solve their most meaningful business and customer challenges. Together, we innovate and create intelligent digital products and services. We thrive on complex challenges and deliver business-critical IT transformation projects, moving seamlessly from strategy, design, and delivery to operations.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><span style="color:#121317">This is a </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Hybrid</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> role, combining the comfort of working from home with collaborative time spent in our </span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Dundee, London, or Glasgow</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> offices (around 2 days a week).</span></p><h4></h4><h4><span style="color:#121317">Discover Your Next Impact</span></h4><p><span style="color:#121317">Are you a strategic tech leader who loves looking at the bigger picture while keeping a firm footing in data engineering? We are seeking a Principal Consultant to act as a trusted advisor, guiding our clients through technical ambiguity and shaping the future of enterprise data and AI architectures. You will bring a collaborative enthusiasm for integrating advanced AI capabilities, helping organisations turn their data platforms into powerful catalysts for long-term strategic success. If you enjoy fostering community growth, mentoring diverse teams, and bridging the gap between complex tech and real-world business value, we would love to welcome your perspective to our team.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4><span style="color:#121317">Key Aspects of the Role Include</span></h4><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Architecture &amp; Vision:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Designing, developing, and maintaining robust data pipelines using both batch and streaming processing, while championing data governance, security, privacy, and legislatory compliance.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Acting as a Trusted Advisor:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Translating complex business challenges into clear technical roadmaps, communicating effectively with executive stakeholders and non-technical peers alike.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Enabling Innovation:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Designing usable data models and building reliable foundations that empower others to launch advanced analytics, LLMs, and AI/ML applications.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Modernising Infrastructure:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Overseeing the evolution of cloud data platforms to maximise performance, reduce latency, and optimise cloud costs across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Growth &amp; Strategy:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Contributing directly to Waracle's technical direction, shaping new business proposals, and nurturing deep client relationships.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Empowering People:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Fostering an inclusive environment through collaborative leadership, resolving organisational challenges, and mentoring colleagues to help them grow.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p></li></ul><p><em><span style="color:#121317">Research shows that underrepresented groups tend to only apply for roles that they believe they meet 100% of the criteria for. At Waracle, we want to buck that trend! We hire for passion, potential and mindset as much as credentials. If you think you'd be incredible in the role, then apply - even if you don't think you tick every box.</span></em></p> <br> <h4><span style="color:#121317">What You'll Bring</span></h4><p><span style="color:#121317">We welcome transferable skills and diverse technical backgrounds. If you meet many of these points and are excited about the role, we encourage you to apply:</span></p><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Core Data Engineering Foundation:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Practical experience with data modelling, ETL/ELT, and a variety of database technologies.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Technical Versatility:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Fluency in data processing languages (Python, SQL, PySpark) and an open-minded approach to tech stacks—ranging from SSIS and stored procedures to Airflow, Spark, Databricks, or Fabric.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Cloud Capability:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) alongside a curiosity to learn and adapt to others.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Bridging Data &amp; AI:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> A solid understanding of how AI fits into the broader data landscape, with an interest in integrating LLMs and AI/MLOps into client solutions.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Collaborative Leadership:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> A proven track record of supporting multi-squad deliveries, guiding stakeholders through architectural trade-offs, and contributing to technical proposals.</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p></li></ul><h4></h4><p style="text-align:start;"><strong><span style="color:#121317">What to expect from our hiring process</span></strong></p><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">1. First Hello:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">&nbsp;An informal chat with your dedicated Talent Attraction Partner to talk about Waracle, what you want out of your next move, salary, benefits, and office hybrid working model.</span></p><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">2. Talking Impact:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">&nbsp;A collaborative deep dive into how you solve problems, work with others, and raise the bar, guided by our core values and competency framework.</span></p><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">3. Craft Showcase:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">&nbsp;A chance to demonstrate your real-world expertise through&nbsp; a practical presentation.</span></p><p style="text-align:start;"><span style="color:#121317"><br>Your Talent Attraction Partner will be in your corner through every step right up to your&nbsp;</span><strong><span style="color:#121317">Welcome Ritual</span></strong><span style="color:#121317">&nbsp;on day one</span></p><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><h4><span style="color:#121317">Our Benefits</span></h4><p><span style="color:#121317">We believe in supporting our team, inside and outside of work. Here is a glimpse of what you can expect:</span></p><ul><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Rest &amp; Recharge:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> You'll receive 27 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays, totalling 35 days of holiday to unwind and pursue your passions.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Financial Future &amp; Security:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Plan for retirement with our company-matched 5% pension contribution. For added peace of mind, we also offer a Death in Service benefit, providing 2 x your annual salary for your loved ones.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Health &amp; Wellness:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Our Medicash Health Cash Plans help cover everyday healthcare costs, complemented by an Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support, and Group Sickness Cover for peace of mind.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Flexible Working:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> We champion hybrid working, providing a home office setup budget to ensure you're comfortable and productive wherever you are.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Learning &amp; Development:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Invest in yourself with access to Udemy Business and a dedicated learning and development budget for continuous growth.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Lifestyle Perks:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Make the most of our Cycle to Work Scheme, and enjoy exclusive gym and retail discounts.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Family First:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> Our enhanced parental leave policies include support for fertility journeys, recognising diverse family needs.</span></p></li><li><p><strong><span style="color:#121317">Community &amp; Connection:</span></strong><span style="color:#121317"> We foster a vibrant culture with regular fun meet-ups and lunch on us in the office once a month. You'll also have the opportunity to make a local impact through Spirit of Waracle, our initiative for getting involved in charitable causes locally, building strong team bonds and giving back.</span></p></li></ul><p style="min-height: 1.7em;"></p><p><em><span style="color:#121317">We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.</span></em></p><p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.co.uk/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in United Kingdom</a> on Arbeitnow</a>