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# Data Engineer

- **Company:** Copello Global
- **Location:** Southampton, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Big Data, Continuous Integration, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Systems, Apache Hadoop, Python (Programming Language), Apache Spark, Build Management, Containerization, Apache Nifi, Data Management, Data Pipelines
- **Published:** August 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/data-engineer/45182280

## About the Role

Copello are looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join a growing team delivering data solutions within secure government environments. You'll design and develop scalable data pipelines, integrate data from multiple sources, and build high-performance data platforms that support analytics and operational decision-making. Key Responsibilities: * Design and build data pipelines and ingestion processes * Develop scalable data integration and processing solutions * Optimise data platforms for performance and reliability * Collaborate with Agile teams to deliver secure, high-quality solutions * Write clean, tested, maintainable code Required Skills: * Experience with Apache Spark, Hadoop or similar big data technologies * AWS * Apache NiFi * Python or Java * Experience building data pipelines and ETL processes Desirable: * CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code * Container technologies * Experience working in secure or regulated environments Security Requirement: Applicants must be
eligible to obtain UK Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. For more information, please get in touch with Ella



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