Senior Data Engineer

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable 'single source of truth' data systems within Microsoft Fabric.
• Integrate and consolidate diverse data sources, ensuring seamless data flow and minimising duplication.
• Help implement a layered data architecture with clear separation of raw, transformed, and curated data to support data lineage and validation.
• Establish and uphold rigorous data governance protocols, ensuring compliance with internal and external standards.
• Champion best practices in data management, including documentation, cataloguing, and endorsement of data assets using Microsoft Purview.
• Implement comprehensive source control, testing, and validation processes to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Partner with the Head of Analytics and key stakeholders to map, catalogue, and consolidate data assets.
• Collaborate with the Analytics team to embed data management and assurance standards across all analytics activities.
• Provide technical expertise and solutions to support data-driven decision-making across directorates.
• Monitor emerging technologies and analytics trends, recommending and adopting new tools and techniques where they deliver clear business value.
• Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and reporting capabilities through automation and process improvement.
• Line manage an expanding team of Data Engineers.
• Mentor and support Data Analysts and Data Engineers, sharing technical expertise and promoting best practices.
• Deliver training and guidance on new tools, technologies, and methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Establish quality assurance and peer review practices across the Analytics team to build confidence in our pipelines and data products.
• Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing, helping team members solve complex data challenges and develop innovative solutions.

Technologies:

• Azure
• Fabric
• Flow
• Support
• Cloud

• Hands-on experience designing and maintaining scalable data architectures, preferably using Microsoft Fabric or Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Proven track record in implementing data governance protocols, ensuring data quality, lineage, and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to build the capacity of colleagues through mentoring, training, or supporting professional development within analytics or data teams.
• Experience building and consuming APIs for data integration and automation.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

At Migrant Help, we are a leading charity with over 60 years of experience supporting migrants across the UK. Our vision is to protect vulnerable migrants and help them reach their full potential. We offer a permanent Senior Data Engineer position that involves working with our Technology and Transformation Analytics team from the comfort of your home. We provide 35 hours of flexible work per week, enhanced family-friendly provisions, generous leave policies, wellness support, and a non-contributory pension scheme where we contribute 8% of your salary. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all qualified candidates, ensuring equality in our hiring process.