Senior Data Engineer – Analytics (Contract)

Senior Data Engineer – Analytics (Contract) Hybrid – London/Reading A data engineer is required to deliver insight-ready datasets and support advanced analytics across a cloud-based environment. The role focuses on building scalable pipelines, refining complex data sources, and enabling analysts and data scientists with high-quality, well-structured data.Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and optimise data pipelines for analytics and modelling.
  • Cleanse, transform, and analyse large datasets using Python/R.
  • Maintain SQL-driven processing workflows in the cloud.
  • Perform EDA to identify trends, anomalies, and data issues.
  • Collaborate with BI teams to deliver reliable analytical datasets.
Skills & Experience
  • Strong SQL and data wrangling.
  • Proficient in Python or R.
  • Experience with large, complex datasets and Power BI.
  • AWS experience preferred: Glue, S3, Athena, Lambda, Redshift, Step Functions.
  • Advantageous: statistics/ML exposure and telecom-style data environments.
Contract: 6-month rolling, hybrid onsite - £500 - £550 p/d (Outside IR35)

Job Details

Company
Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Location
Reading, Berkshire, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Contractor
Salary
£500 - £550 per day
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