Datorama- Associate Solution Architect

Merkle is a leading data-driven, technology-enabled, global performance marketing agency that specialises in the delivery of unique, personalised customer experiences across platforms and devices.

We call it ‘people-based’ marketing, and with over 25 years’ experience, we are proud to be recognised as a Global leader.

Merkle’s heritage in data, technology and analytics is the foundation for our understanding of consumer insights that drives our people-based marketing strategies.

With our expertise, we can offer our clients content-driven, contextual and compelling customer journeys and experiences that drive business growth.

With our Head Office in Columbia, Maryland and offices US wide, we continue to grow at a rapid rate across Europe and Asia.

In 2016, the agency joined the Dentsu Aegis Network, one of the world’s biggest Global media companies.

Job Description:

We’re on the lookout for an Datorama Associate Solution Architect to build and develop the Datorama infrastructure for a leading financial services client.

You’ll be part of our industry-leading Media Analytics department and joining a large and exciting account team supporting and consulting the client on being more data and insight led as a business.

As well as being strong technically, highly data driven and logical you will be part of a highly collaborative and dynamic team; project management and communication skills are a key part of this role.

We work with big data solutions and visualisation platforms with Datorama being the key BI technology for this role and hence experience with the platform is very desirable.

Your responsibilities will be as follows:

• Developing and maintaining the client’s Datorama workspace.
• Use understanding of APIs and relational databases to build and maintain data models
• Lead requirements gathering with clients and translate into sustainable solution plans
• Clearly and confidently communicate technical aspects with stakeholders of varying technical understanding
• Work independently and as part of a team to deliver high quality solutions
• Commitment to constant learning and development
• Develop data strategies to enable cross-platform analysis and measurement.
• Build a roadmap of analytics and visualisation projects for your clients and work to deliver against that.
• Lead account management and maintain daily written / face-to-face contact with clients.

As you grow into your role, we will look to you to drive our best practices and processes in your area of expertise.

Innovation is the lifeblood of our company: we’re always open to individuals pursuing their interests to create new, valuable offerings for our clients.

Career progression is huge to us here at Merkle and we’re keen to nurture and develop our in-house talent, thereby offering the successful candidate a fulfilling and long-lasting career.

Qualifications:

What we are looking for :

• Extensive experience developing using SQL, relational databases and data warehousing technologies.
• Qualified Datorama Solution Architect (Advanced Admin level) or similar level of experience
• Experience working in an agile team, with excellent communication skills and agile ways of working.
• A logical, curious, and analytical mind set
• The ability to work autonomously and collaborate as part of a wider team internally
• The ability to engage clients, instigate and monitor change management within the organisation as needed
• Excellent attention to detail
• A desire for continuous knowledge improvement
• BI platform experience
• Experience in Python
• Experience with Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics
• Knowledge/experience of Google Marketing Platform and other major media platforms

If you possess any of the desirable skills above, please let us know in your cover letter as these would be a wonderful bonus.

However, we provide extensive training on all areas so

Additional Information:

As we progress and develop as a company, you will too.

Within our fast-growing company, there’s plenty of opportunity to develop your skill set and you’ll be encouraged to be curious and share new ideas.

In exchange for your contribution to our award-winning company, we make sure you take advantage of a generous holiday allowance and are paid a competitive salary.

We’re really proud of our company values and culture; we have regular company / team socials and want all our employees to enjoy coming into work.

Some of our benefits include:

• Extensive repository of learning materials utilising some of the best and well known online services
• Private Medical Insurance, Company Pension, life insurance and other corporate benefits
• Regular company socials (bowling, Crystal Maze, quiz nights, annual Christmas and Summer parties to name a few!)
• On Friday’s at 4:30pm (aka.

  Four Thirsty) everyone can help themselves to a celebratory drink

• Cycle2Work scheme, free eye tests, a company mobile phone and season ticket loans (post 3-month probation)

Whether it’s the joy of working with people at the top of their game or the Merkle social calendar, people love working here – and we hope you will too
• Career development through Merkle University and other tools; with access to courses, textbooks and mentorship
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• A selection of other benefits including ability to buy additional holiday, season ticket loan and 2 volunteer days

To be honest, the best way to learn about what it’s like to be part of Merkle is to check out our social media pages at @MerkleUK!

The Analytics team partner closely with Google and Adobe and are regular beta testers gaining first access to new features.

We also provide an extensive training program leading to certifications in our core platforms.

At the point of application, the candidate must have the legal right to work in the UK as we are unable to sponsor visas as this time.

Merkle does not discriminate against job applicants on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Experience stipulated in this job description serves as a guide only and all applications will be considered on their merits, irrespective of experience.

As part of our Diversity and Inclusion agenda, and as an Equal Opportunities employer, if you require reasonable adjustments during the selection process please engage directly with your Recruiter.

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