Senior Data Engineer - Hybrid ID47956

Oxfordshire / Hybrid

£60,000 – £80,000 DOE

Permanent | Full-time

We’re working with a purpose-led consultancy looking for a Senior Data Engineer to take ownership of a key data function that sits at the heart of their client delivery.

This is not a standard “keep the pipelines running” role. You’ll inherit an existing data pipeline framework, assess what is working, decide what needs improving or replacing, and take the lead on building a robust, scalable approach for the future.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be responsible for owning and improving data pipelines that transform structured data into graph-based formats. You’ll work closely with consultants, software engineers, and client-facing teams to make sure data is accurate, usable, and meaningful.

Key responsibilities

• Own, assess, improve, or rebuild existing ETL/ELT pipelines
• Build reliable data workflows using Python
• Work with orchestration tools such as Airflow or similar
• Improve data quality, validation, lineage, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with consultants and non-technical stakeholders
• Help translate messy business/client data into structured models
• Learn and apply knowledge graph / semantic web technologies
• Work with the software team on coding standards, reviews, and best practice
• Provide technical ownership and direction in an ambiguous, evolving space

What we’re looking for

• Strong experience building and operating ETL/ELT pipelines
• Good Python skills
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools
• Git/GitHub experience
• Ability to own technical decisions and work independently
• Strong communication skills with non-technical stakeholders
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and shaping your own direction
• Interest in data modelling, knowledge graphs, or semantic technologies

The role is hybrid from Oxfordshire, with an expectation of 4 days per week in the office during the first 6 months, reducing to 3 days per week thereafter.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship and be likely to meet BPSS / SC clearance requirements.

Benefits

• £60,000 – £80,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working
• 35-hour working week
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Generous sick pay and parental leave
• High-quality tech setup