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Product Engineer (Senior Forward Deployed)

Dunnhumby
Location
London
Posted
1 month ago
Department
dunnhumby network alliance
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Strong software engineering and system design skills
  • Production experience in Python or similar
  • Experience with APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Experience with large-scale data systems and pipelines
  • Ability to work across backend, data, and front-end tasks
  • Track record of customer-embedded or client-facing delivery
What the job really is

As a Senior Forward Deployed Product Engineer at dunnhumby, you will work closely with brands, agencies, and retail partners to develop and deploy software solutions that address real-world challenges. Your responsibilities include building and integrating core platform components, prototyping quickly, and ensuring the software is production-ready. You will also take ownership of the entire development process, from scoping to deployment and monitoring, while leveraging AI-assisted tools to enhance productivity and quality.

Benefits
  • Flexible Allowance towards selected benefits
  • Private Medical cover through Vitality
  • Mandatory Life Assurance cover
  • Income Protection
  • Confidential Employee Assistance support
  • Access to wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
Things to weigh
  • No specific salary listed
  • Role involves ambiguity and high ownership
  • Focus on customer-embedded delivery may require adaptability
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Career value4/5
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