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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Junior Data Engineer - **Company:** Nigel Wright Group - **Location:** Manchester, UK - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** £35,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Information Engineering, Data Infrastructure, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Transformation, Data Systems, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, DevOps, Revision Control Systems, Python (Programming Language), Power BI, Software Tools, SQL Databases, Data Processing, Git, Data Management, Tools for Reporting, Api Design, Data Pipelines - **Published:** September 30, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.reed.co.uk/jobs/junior-data-engineer/57403119 ## About the Role Are you an aspiring Data Engineer with strong Python skills and a passion for building data solutions that drive better business decisions?, Success in this role will depend on a combination of technical capability, curiosity and a genuine enthusiasm for learning. We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with data and continuously developing their skills within a supportive team environment. We're particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: * Strong Python programming skills, gained through commercial experience, higher education or personal projects. * Experience working with APIs and integrating data from multiple systems. * A good understanding of SQL and relational databases. * Familiarity with version control tools such as Git. * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. * A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new technologies. * Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Exposure to any of the following would be advantageous but is not essential: * Microsoft Azure. * Data warehousing concepts. * ETL development. * Power BI or other reporting platforms. * Cloud-based data engineering tools and practices., We're open-minded about background and experience. What matters most is a solid technical foundation, a positive attitude and a desire to build a career within Data Engineering. ## Description The organisation has built a strong reputation within its market through innovation, customer focus and a commitment to continuous improvement. As data becomes increasingly central to business strategy, the company is seeking an ambitious Junior Data Engineer to help develop and maintain the platforms, pipelines and integrations that underpin reporting, analytics and operational decision-making., This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with strong Python skills who is looking to build a long-term career in Data Engineering. Whether you're a Junior Developer, a technically-minded graduate or someone with around 12 months' experience working with Python and APIs, this position provides the chance to gain hands-on exposure to cloud technologies, data platforms and modern engineering practices within a supportive and collaborative environment., As Junior Data Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the development and maintenance of the organisation's data platform, helping to ensure data is accessible, reliable and fit for purpose across the business., * Building and maintaining Python-based integrations between internal and external systems. * Developing, testing and supporting ETL and data transformation processes. * Working with APIs to ingest and process data from multiple sources. * Maintaining and enhancing data pipelines within the Azure environment. * Writing and optimising SQL queries to support reporting and operational requirements. * Monitoring data processes, identifying issues and implementing fixes where required. * Supporting data quality, governance and security initiatives. * Collaborating with business stakeholders to understand reporting and data requirements. * Maintaining technical documentation and ensuring data processes are clearly documented. * Contributing to the ongoing evolution of the organisation's cloud-based data platform. 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