Engineer, Abrdn

Data Platform, ITO Asset Management

Salary not provided

+ Discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable)

SQL

Python

Azure

Snowflake

DevOps

Azure Databricks

Azure Data Factory

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Edinburgh

Savings & investment company

Open for applications

Savings & investment company

501-1000 employees

B2BInvestingFinancial Services

Open for applications

Salary not provided

+ Discretionary performance-based bonus (where applicable)

SQL

Python

Azure

Snowflake

DevOps

Azure Databricks

Azure Data Factory

Junior, Mid and Senior level

Edinburgh

501-1000 employees

B2BInvestingFinancial Services

Company mission

Helping clients to prepare for the future

Job

Company

Role

Who you are

We are looking for a highly capable and detail-oriented engineer who thrives on working with complex, high-volume data systems
You should be comfortable navigating large datasets, applying best practices in data modelling and transformation, and leveraging cloud-native tools to deliver solutions that are both technically sound and operationally sustainable
A mindset focused on automation, observability, and continuous improvement is essential, as is the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
A strong understanding of data modelling, transformation, and governance is essential, along with the ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, Agile environment
Understanding of Agile delivery and collaborative development in an Asset Management or Finance Technology environment
Experience in SQL
Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure and Snowflake
Understanding of Python for data engineering and transformation
Familiarity with DevOps tooling and CI/CD pipelines
Strong foundation in software development practices, including unit testing, code deployment and production support

What the job involves

As an Engineer (Data Platforms), you will be a member of the Development Chapter within the Asset Management Tribe, reporting to the Development Chapter Lead and working as part of a cross-functional team
You will contribute to the design, development, and support of systems that are critical to our investment operations and reporting capabilities
The solutions you develop will support investment professionals across the firm, giving you visibility and the chance to make a tangible impact on decision-making and operational efficiency
This role is focused on building and maintaining the data platforms and pipelines that underpin our investment data products
These products are central to many of the initiatives within the Tribe and are used across the organisation to support portfolio management, analytics, and regulatory reporting
As such, we are looking for engineers who can hit the ground running - with the ability to quickly understand investment data, navigate complex data flows, and deliver robust, scalable solutions
You will work closely with data analysts, investment teams, and other engineers to ensure the quality, availability, and performance of our data products
This includes developing and maintaining data pipelines, integrating with cloud-native platforms, and contributing to the evolution of our data architecture
Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines and services that support investment data products and reporting platforms
Build and optimise data integration workflows using tools such as Azure Data Factory, Synapse Pipelines, and SQL/T-SQL, ensuring data quality, performance, and reliability
Contribute to the evolution of our cloud-native data architecture, leveraging Azure Databricks, Azure Data Lake, and Snowflake where appropriate
Apply strong data modelling and transformation skills to support analytics, regulatory reporting, and operational use cases
Promote and implement engineering best practices, including test automation, unit testing, and CI/CD pipelines
Support data governance and metadata management initiatives to ensure data integrity and compliance
Explore and apply AI-assisted development tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot) and automation to improve engineering efficiency and solution quality

Application process

End Date: October 25, 2025

Our take

Abrdn, formerly known as Standard Life Aberdeen, is a global investment company helping its clients to save and invest for their futures. It operates three businesses - Investments, Adviser and Personal - and has been operating since way back in 1825.

Nowadays, atop its investment and advice services, the company delivers two platforms for financial advisers. The first, Wrap, enables users to build and manage portfolios for each client. It also includes SIPP drawdown capabilities - which means advisers can choose the best platform charges when client assets are at their highest. The second, Elevate, encompasses a suite of tools for advisers to save time and make sure their clients are informed.

In 2023, Abrdn announced "adviserOS", which represents an upgrade to their platform offerings. There is limited information to go on, but the company claims this new venture will be simpler and data-led, as well as require less admin. It will be interesting to see if this new release keeps pace with tech developments across the investment space and allows abrdn to continue as an innovator.