ClickHouse Platform Engineer
Posted 12 days 13 hours ago by Michael Page (UK)
- Lead ClickHouse implementation at a top-tier global investment bank
- Own a high-impact role with long-term growth and visibility
About Our Client
My client is a prestigious global financial services firm with a strong reputation for innovation in banking and investment solutions. They are committed to sustainability and ethical business practices, providing a wide range of services to clients across various industries, with a focus on cutting-edge technology and data-driven decision-making.
Job Description
Design and implement high-performance ClickHouse environments
Drive the migration of analytical databases to ClickHouse with minimal disruption
Manage database query optimisation for scalability and performance
Operate production-ready clusters with high availability and fault tolerance
Develop and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and data security strategies
Collaborate with teams to align database solutions with business goals
Monitor performance with Prometheus and Grafana, addressing issues proactively
Implement best practices for data modelling and processing
Guide and mentor junior developers in ClickHouse best practices
Stay up-to-date with ClickHouse advancements and implement innovative solutions
Deliver documentation for system architecture and troubleshooting
The Successful Applicant
The successful candidate will have:
Extensive experience with ClickHouse in a production environment
Proficiency in Linux/Unix and database performance optimisation
Strong knowledge of query optimisation, data modelling, and ETL
Experience with DevOps tools (Jenkins, Ansible) and CI/CD pipelines
Solid understanding of data security, backup, and disaster recovery
Familiarity with Prometheus, Grafana, and C++ for customisation
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
What's on Offer
This role offers a competitive salary of up to £90k DOE, with a 12% non-contributory pension for long-term financial security. Flexible hybrid working (50% onsite) provides a great work-life balance, with the option to work 3 days one week and 2 days the next in the London office.