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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Data Engineer - **Company:** AECOM - **Location:** Basingstoke, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Airflow, Business Analytics Applications, Big Data, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Software Quality, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Systems, Data Vault Modeling, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Queries, Dimensional Modeling, Python (Programming Language), Meta-Data Management, Cloud Services, DataOps, Feature Engineering, Azure Data Factory, System Availability, Information Technology, Data Lineage, Star Schema, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/863A883316FE47EA93E867DB24630EF3/job/ ## About the Role Here's what we're looking for: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience). * Advanced proficiency in at least one programming language commonly used in data engineering (Python preferred; Scala, Java, or C# also beneficial). * Strong SQL skills and deep understanding of relational databases, non-relational stores, and data warehouse principles. * Solid experience with data modelling methodologies (dimensional modelling, star/snowflake schemas, data vault, etc.). * Experience designing and operating ETL/ELT pipelines and modern workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Apache Airflow, Azure Data Factory, Azure Functions). * Professional experience in delivering cloud-based data engineering solutions at scale, with strong client-facing, stakeholder management, communication, and collaboration skills.. ## Description AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Data Engineer to play a key role in designing, delivering, and optimising data platforms and solutions across a wide range of projects. As a Senior Data Engineer , you will be responsible for leading major components of the data solution lifecycle, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring the delivery of robust, scalable, secure, and value-driven data architecture. Here's what you'll do: Technical Leadership & Solution Delivery * Lead a concept through our solution development lifecycle considering standard principles like optimisation and scalability. * Oversee end-to-end data processes such as ingestion, transformation, modelling, and integration across multiple external, facing projects. * Oversee end-to-end data processes such as ingestion, transformation, modelling, and integration across multiple external, facing projects. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement * Facilitate technical workshops and requirements gathering sessions with stakeholders across the organisation and external clients. * Collaborate with cross-functional data teams to translate client strategic and business requirements into technical specifications. * Work closely with Data Analysts and Data Scientists to support analytical projects providing support for work such as feature engineering, and big data-analysis activities. * Collaborate with project managers, architects, and technical teams to ensure seamless integration of data solutions within wider digital ecosystems. Quality, Governance & Operational Excellence * Promote and lead with data engineering best practices including code quality, testing, CI/CD, and documentation standards. * Lead the implementation of data governance controls, including metadata management, access controls, data lineage, PII protection, and compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements. * Develop monitoring and alerting strategies for data solutions, maintaining high availability, performance, and reliability. * Troubleshoot complex issues across infrastructure, data solutions, and custom analytical products. Innovation, Prototyping & Continuous Improvement * Lead prototyping and proof-of-concept efforts to evaluate emerging technologies and their value within AECOM's data ecosystem. * Support the operationalisation and deployment of predictive models and analytics solutions. * Continuously explore new cloud capabilities, data platforms, and modern data stack tools to drive innovation within the team. 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