> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2308377-data-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2308377-data-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Engineer - **Company:** HSB - **Location:** Birkenhead, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Information Engineering, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Systems, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Azure, Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Transact-SQL, Cloud Platform System, Azure Data Factory, Build Management, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815444558-data-engineer ## About the Role * Experience working with SQL Server and strong T-SQL development skills. * Ability to design and build modular and reusable data components. * Understanding of data modelling, schema design and performance optimisation. * Familiarity with ETL/ELT concepts and data pipeline development. * Experience using Git and version control practices. * Exposure to Azure data tools such as Azure SQL, Data Factory or Synapse. * Understanding of structured development practices and SDLC principles. * Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. * Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical colleagues. * Experience supporting or improving SQL Server environments. * Exposure to cloud-based data platforms (ideally Azure). * Experience working in structured development or delivery environments. * Involvement in system improvements or modernisation initiatives. ## Description * Collaborate with stakeholders to design and deliver scalable, high-quality data pipelines and models across SQL Server and Azure platforms. * Develop simple, modular, reusable data components following best practices to enhance maintainability, performance, and governance. * Own end-to-end delivery of data solutions, including deployment, monitoring, and proactive resolution of issues within Azure DevOps environments. * Drive continuous improvement through transparent communication, code reviews, constructive feedback, and adoption of modern data engineering practices. ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. All of them. How I became sysadmin on Azure, AWS, GCP and Alibaba.](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100339-hacking-mssql-on-cloud-all-of-them-how-i-became-sysadmin-on-azure-aws-gcp-and-alibaba) - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? Insights from 16 Years of Review Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1135-are-code-reviews-worth-it-insights-from-16-years-of-review-data) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [Automated MS SQL Server database deployments with dacpacs and Azure DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/334-automated-ms-sql-server-database-deployments-with-dacpacs-and-azure-devops) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk)