ClickHouse Platform Engineer

• 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

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  Design and implement high-performance ClickHouse environments
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  Drive the migration of analytical databases to ClickHouse with minimal disruption
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  Manage database query optimisation for scalability and performance
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  Operate production-ready clusters with high availability and fault tolerance
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  Develop and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and data security strategies
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  Collaborate with teams to align database solutions with business goals
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  Monitor performance with Prometheus and Grafana, addressing issues proactively
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  Implement best practices for data modelling and processing
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  Guide and mentor junior developers in ClickHouse best practices
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  Stay up-to-date with ClickHouse advancements and implement innovative solutions
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  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.