Cassandra Database Engineer
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Salary: £? - ? per year
Requirements:- A bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- 4–9 years of hands-on experience in NoSQL database engineering, specifically with Apache Cassandra.
- Proficiency in keyspace and table design, replication strategies, and performance tuning.
- Familiarity with Linux administration, CQL, and cluster operations.
- Experience in regulated environments, with a strong understanding of security measures.
- Design and implement Cassandra keyspaces, data models, and cluster architecture for a high-throughput fraud detection platform.
- Collaborate closely with application and middleware teams to ensure seamless data integration and alignment with business goals.
- Take ownership of keyspace design, performance tuning, and operational readiness of the data platform.
- Produce design documentation and operational runbooks to support knowledge transfer.
- Cassandra
- Support
- Linux
- NoSQL
- Security
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We are a leading organisation in the banking sector, and our Financial Crime Technology team is looking for a talented Cassandra Database Engineer to help enhance fraud detection capabilities. This is a 6-month initial contract based in London, with 1 to 2 days per week onsite and a daily rate of up to £730 inside IR35 via umbrella. We offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment where your NoSQL expertise will make a meaningful impact. We are also a disability-confident employer committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and a supportive environment for candidates of all backgrounds and abilities.
last updated 34 week of 2026