The Role
At TLA, we’re elevating our existing data platform to world-class standards, driving innovation in the automotive marketing space. As a Data Engineer on our growing team, you’ll play a crucial role in optimising and modernising our data tech stack—fuelling everything from analytics and reporting to AI-driven solutions.
You’ll collaborate with passionate colleagues in a supportive environment that embraces bold thinking, continuous learning, and professional growth. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of data at TLA as we build a scalable, high-impact platform that powers better insights and decision-making.
Why Join TLA?
TLA is a fast-moving, innovative digital business that partners with some of the biggest automotive brands—including the Volkswagen Group, BMW Group, and Ford. Founded over 20 years ago, and with long standing team members we’ve built a close-knit, ambitious team that’s passionate about pioneering technology to drive car sales.
We offer a supportive and collaborative environment, where you’ll have the opportunity to grow and make an impact. Our hybrid model (2 days per week in our fantastic Liverpool city centre office) enables in-office teamwork and collaboration. We’re a highly driven bunch that believes in respect, hard work, and giving back through charitable events and sporting efforts—everything from hiking to skydiving!
What you will be doing
You'll play a key role in transforming our data capabilities by:
- Building Robust ETL Data Pipelines: that integrate data from multiple sources, including APIs, databases, and files.
- Shaping our Modern Data Stack: Working with tools like DBT and Airflow, while having the freedom to suggest and implement new technologies.
- Optimizing Data for Speed and Performance: Collaborating with our BI and Development team to make our reports lightning fast.
- Empowering our Machine Learning Models and Reports: By building high-quality datasets and refining data infrastructure.
What You’ll Need to Succeed in the Role:
✔ 2 or more years of experience as a Data Engineer or Data Developer.
✔ Strong SQL skills, particularly with SQL Server.
✔ Experience with an object-oriented language (Python, C#, etc.).
✔ Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and writing maintainable, high-quality code.
✔ Excellent communication skills—you’ll be explaining complex data concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders alike.
Nice-to-Have Skills
While not required, experience with any of the following is a plus:
➕ Exposure to Airflow, DBT, or similar data engineering tools.
➕ Familiarity with Azure cloud and data services (Azure SQL, Function Apps, Data Factory, etc.).
➕ Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for automating deployments.
➕ Knowledge of test-driven development (TDD).
➕ Hands-on experience with Python’s data processing stack (Pandas, etc.).
Benefits
- Hybrid & flexible working – 2 days per week in the Liverpool office (Every Monday and Tuesday)
- Competitive salary
- Annual company-wide bonus scheme
- Up to £500 annual training budget
- Private health insurance
- Pension plan
- Cycle to work program
- Extensive activity package including charity focused sporting challenges and fun social events
Want to help shape the future of car buying? Then join TLA! We're looking for people who value teamwork, creativity, and always striving for better. Apply now to be part of our team!
PLEASE NOTE: This role is only open to those with the right to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship or visa, now or in the future. Additionally, candidates must be located within a reasonable commuting distance to our Liverpool city centre office.
Top Skills
What We Do
In today's digital age, the majority of car buyers turn to the internet for research, making it challenging for automotive brands to reach and engage with them effectively. That's where we come in.
We operate a network of unique automotive websites, each designed to cater to specific segments of the car buyer market. Our sites generate substantial volumes of high-quality leads that convert at industry-leading rates, ensuring your brand connects with the right buyers at the right time.
Our proprietary TLA CAP (Customer Acquisition Platform) helps automotive brands tackle common challenges, such as duplication and inconsistency, that often lead to wasted time and resources.
Trusted by the UK's most prominent and well-established automotive brands and their media agencies, we provide unparalleled access to a vast pool of potential car buyers, empowering your brand to sell more cars.
With offices in Liverpool and London, as well as remote team members across the country, our diverse and talented team includes developers, strategists, data specialists, marketers, customer service professionals, and more.
To learn more about our current vacancies or the company itself, visit tla.co.
