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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Engineer - **Company:** Instil Software Limited - **Location:** Belfast, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Sql Data Warehouse, Amazon S3, Cloud Database, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Data Governance, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Database Queries, JSON, Operational Databases, Performance Tuning, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Parquet, Snowflake, Semi-structured Data, AWS Data Analytics, Data Management, Data Pipelines - **Published:** June 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=8086044ca2e84a4e ## About the Role Do you have experience in SQL?, * 2-5 years' commercial experience in a data engineering or data-focused software engineering role. * Experience working with production data, including considerations around data quality, reliability, and failure handling. * Strong problem-solving skills and an ability to work effectively with incomplete or evolving requirements. * Clear communication skills and experience collaborating within cross-functional teams. Commercial experience including a combination of the following: * Python for data processing, transformation, and pipeline development * AWS data services such as S3, Lambda, Glue (or comparable cloud services) * Designing, building, and maintaining ETL / ELT pipelines in production environments * Strong SQL skills, including complex queries and performance tuning * Working with a cloud data warehouse such as Snowflake (or similar), covering data models, pipelines, and warehouse objects * Handling semi-structured data (e.g. JSON, Parquet) alongside structured datasets Desirable Skills * Experience with data orchestration or scheduling tools. * Exposure to CI/CD practices for data pipelines. * Familiarity with analytics or BI use cases and consumers of data. * Awareness of data governance, access control, or security concepts. * Experience working in agile, delivery-focused teams. ## Description We're looking for a Data Engineer with solid commercial experience building and supporting data platforms and pipelines. You'll work hands-on across our cloud data stack, partnering with engineers and analysts to deliver reliable, well-modelled data that supports analytics and downstream use cases. This role is focused on practical delivery; designing, building, and improving data pipelines, while developing depth across modern data engineering practices., At Instil, we believe great work starts with happy, motivated people. That's why we've built a benefits package that supports your wellbeing, growth, and life outside of work, because when you thrive, so do we. * Recognition That Matters: A discretionary annual performance bonus that rewards your impact and contribution to our success. * Flexibility Built In: Flexible working arrangements and summer hours, because life isn't 9 to 5, and balance matters. * Financial Security: A highly competitive pension scheme with generous employer contributions, private healthcare, and life assurance for peace of mind. * Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle-to-work scheme, and regular social events to keep our culture vibrant. * Time to Recharge: 35 days holiday, enhanced maternity pay, and family-first policies so you can focus on what matters most. * Learning Never Stops: From courses to certifications, we'll invest in your development so you can keep growing and shaping what's next. * Community & Culture: Opportunities to volunteer, give back, and be part of initiatives that make Instil a truly inclusive and connected workplace. ## Related Videos - [Parquet, Delta, Iceberg & Ducklake - An introduction for developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100075-parquet-delta-iceberg-ducklake-an-introduction-for-developers) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - CSS is DOOMed](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1838-wearedevelopers-live-css-is-doomed) - [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) - [Enjoying SQL data pipelines with dbt](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/823-enjoying-sql-data-pipelines-with-dbt) - [Introducing JSON Structure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100219-introducing-json-structure) ## 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) - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Software Engineer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/231-software-engineer-salary-in-the-uk) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk)