Data Engineer - Hybrid - Day Rate

Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
Reading, UK
14 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Internship / Graduate position
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Compensation
£78,000.0 - £260,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Data Analysis Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Continuous Integration Information Engineering Data Governance Data Integration Extract Transform Load (ETL) Data Systems Data Warehousing Relational Databases
+23 more
Database Design Database Queries DevOps Python (Programming Language) Power BI Cloud Services DataOps Software Engineering Enterprise Data Management Data Ingestion Azure Data Factory Git Microsoft Fabric Kubernetes Enterprise Integration Data Management Tools for Reporting Api Design Software Version Control Data Pipelines Docker Databricks Programming Languages

Job description

A leading organisation undergoing a major digital transformation is looking to expand its Data & Integration team with the addition of a Data Engineer.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing data function responsible for building modern cloud-based data platforms that support reporting, business intelligence, analytics, and future AI capabilities. You’ll work alongside experienced Data Engineers, Solution Architects, and Product Owners while developing your skills with the latest cloud and data technologies.

We are hiring a Data Engineer to support the development, maintenance, and optimisation of enterprise data platforms and integration solutions.

Working within a collaborative engineering team, you’ll help build scalable data pipelines, improve data quality, and contribute to the delivery of cloud-based data solutions that enable better business decision-making., * Develop and maintain data pipelines to ingest, transform, and load data from multiple sources

  • Build and support scalable ETL/ELT processes and data integration solutions
  • Assist with the design and maintenance of enterprise data platforms
  • Develop data models and datasets to support reporting and analytics
  • Monitor pipeline performance and resolve data quality issues
  • Work closely with Data Analysts, Software Engineers, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements
  • Support testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of data solutions
  • Contribute to DataOps, DevOps, and CI/CD best practices
  • Assist with data governance, security, and compliance initiatives
  • Identify opportunities to automate processes and improve platform performance

Requirements

  • Up to 2 years’ experience in Data Engineering, Software Engineering, Analytics, or a similar technical role
  • Strong SQL skills and understanding of relational databases
  • Experience with Python or other data-focused programming languages
  • Understanding of ETL/ELT processes and data integration concepts
  • Knowledge of data modelling and database design principles
  • Familiarity with Git or other version control systems
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Keen interest in cloud technologies and modern data engineering practices
  • Ability to work collaboratively within Agile delivery teams

Desirable Experience:

  • Microsoft Azure (AZ-900) or DP-900 certifications
  • Experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, or similar cloud data platforms
  • Exposure to Power BI and reporting solutions
  • Experience working with APIs and data ingestion technologies
  • Knowledge of CI/CD, DataOps, Docker, or Kubernetes
  • Understanding of data warehousing concepts
  • Previous internship, placement year, graduate programme, or commercial experience in a data-focused role

Benefits & conditions

  • Competitive salary
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Opportunity to work with modern Microsoft cloud technologies
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Databricks, and enterprise data platforms
  • Ongoing training, mentoring, and certification support
  • Clear career progression into Senior and Principal Data Engineering roles
  • Collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement

  • Multi-stage interview process
  • Technical and competency-based assessments
  • Fast-moving recruitment process

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