Data Engineer

About Us

Trackbase is a rail software and consulting company with a growing team and a solid foundation of project-based revenue. We work with leading organisations across the UK rail industry, helping them harness data to solve complex operational challenges. 

Our Data Engineers are key to this mission - building robust data infrastructure and tooling that powers insights, analytics, and software products used across the rail network. 

Your Role

As a Data Engineer, you'll be part of a collaborative technical team, working across the data lifecycle: from designing ETL pipelines and integrating real-time data streams, to developing APIs and backend systems that deliver rail data securely and reliably. 

You'll work closely with engineers, consultants, and project managers to translate real-world rail problems into scalable technical solutions. This role sits at the intersection of software engineering, data architecture, and delivery. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Data Engineering & Infrastructure 

    • Design and implement robust data pipelines (batch and real-time) for ingesting, transforming, and serving rail-related datasets. 

    • Develop and maintain data APIs and services to support analytics, software features, and reporting tools. 

    • Build data models and storage solutions that balance performance, cost, and scalability. 

    • Contribute to codebases using modern data stack technologies and cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS). 

    Collaborative Delivery 

    • Work with domain consultants and delivery leads to understand client needs and define data solutions. 

    • Participate in agile delivery practices, including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. 

    • Help shape end-to-end solutions — from ingestion and transformation to client-facing features and reporting. 

    Best Practices & Growth 

    • Write clean, well-documented, and tested code following engineering standards. 

    • Participate in design reviews, code reviews, and collaborative development sessions. 

    • Stay up-to-date with new tools and trends in the data engineering space. 

    • Contribute to internal learning sessions, tech talks, and shared documentation. . 

What You’ll Bring

You might be a good fit if you have experience with: 

  • Building ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like Kafka, dbt, or custom frameworks. 

  • Working with structured and unstructured data at scale. 

  • Backend development in Python (or similar), and familiarity with data APIs. 

  • Cloud data platforms (e.g., AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse). 

  • SQL and database design for analytics, reporting, and product use. 

  • Agile collaboration with cross-functional teams. 

You don’t need experience in rail, just curiosity and a willingness to learn the domain.

Why Trackbase? 

We’re a purpose-driven, growing team committed to building tools that make a difference in how the UK rail industry operates. We value: 

  • Transparency: Open decision-making and communication. 

  • Accountability: Ownership of work and outcomes. 

  • Flat Hierarchy: Direct collaboration across all levels. 

  • Collaboration: Interdisciplinary teamwork as a default. 

  • Efficiency & Innovation: Constantly improving how we work and what we deliver. 

We invest in people and technology, and you’ll have opportunities to shape both.  

What’s in it for you?

At Trackbase, we’re committed to creating an environment where you can thrive. Here’s what we offer:

  • Competitive salary: £40,000 to £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience).

  • Performance-based bonuses: A bonus scheme that rewards your success.

  • Flexible working: Our own designated office in the Heart of London and the ability to work from anywhere 2 days of each week.

  • Generous leave: 28 days of annual leave each year.

  • Professional growth: A tailored training programme to support your development.

  • Additional perks: Private medical insurance, a workplace pension, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.

Our Interview Process 

We recognise you’re busy and for all applications we receive, we aim to complete the entire process within 2 weeks. 

  1. Initial competency-based interview (30 minutes) 

  1. Take-home test to check your data engineering skills (3 hours) 

  1. Final interview with our technical lead (1 hour) 

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re excited by the opportunity to drive change in the rail industry and grow with a dynamic start-up, we’d love to hear from you!

To apply please send your CV too: careers@trackbase.uk.