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# SC Cleared GCP Data Engineer

- **Company:** Opus Recruitment Solutions
- **Location:** Barking, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £143,000.0 - £169,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Governance, Python (Programming Language), Apache Spark, SC Clearance, Apache Kafka, Data Management
- **Published:** August 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/jobad/gb8bdce5be10e7786b1b5a831a8206acef

## About the Role

I'm currently supporting on a new Defence-focused opportunity for an SC Cleared Senior Data Engineer requirig strong GCP experience.
The role will focus on building scalable data platforms and pipelines on GCP, working with technologies including Kafka, Python, Spark and Iceberg, while implementing robust data governance, lineage and auditability.
Key Requirements:

 * Active SC Clearance - (SC Elapsed Candidates will also be considered!)
 * Strong GCP experience
 * Kafka, Python, Spark & Iceberg
 * Data Governance and Lineage expertise



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