9 of 9 Principal Data Engineer Jobs in the UK

We are searching for a Principal Geospatial Data Engineer to join our clients high-performing Data Engineering Team. This role is ideal for an experienced, hands-on professional who thrives on technical leadership, innovation, and delivery. As a 100% data-driven company, our customer prides itself on engineering excellence and delivering impactful solutions and services … time and fully remote with very occasional trips to the office. You will also receive an extensive benefits package and a competitive salary. Reporting directly to the Head of Data Engineering , you will play a crucial role in driving the team's vision and objectives to completion. You will be expected to provide technical leadership, own the solution, ensure … the reliability of data products, and collaborate closely with your team and customers to optimise data solutions. To be considered for this role you MUST have Geospatial Data experience, good knowledge of QGIS & FME , programming/coding abilities in at least two (2) languages and considerable experience of AWS . This really is a unique opportunity for More ❯

Principal Data Engineer - Azure Databricks (Unity Catalog) - Contract Location: Bristol - Hybrid - 2 days a week in the office Contract Length: 12 Months Day Rate: Negotiable Job Ref: J12998 A data for good organisation that is in the early stages of building a modern Analytics and Data Engineering function, are looking to bring in a Principal Data Engineer to support and lead key elements of this transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building data platforms from the ground up, mentoring teams, and deploying cutting edge solutions in a collaborative environment. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, reusable data pipelines … to support a range of analytics and AI-driven projects. The organisation is currently transitioning to Azure as well as Databricks and Principal Data Engineer will play a crucial role in shaping that platform, helping the data team upskill, and embed best practices across the function. They will also lead on bringing AI models into production More ❯

Principal Data Engineer - Azure Databricks (Unity Catalog) - Contract Location: Bristol - Hybrid - 2 days a week in the office Contract Length: 12 Months Day Rate: Negotiable Job Ref: J12998 A data for good organisation that is in the early stages of building a modern Analytics and Data Engineering function, are looking to bring in a Principal Data Engineer to support and lead key elements of this transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building data platforms from the ground up, mentoring teams, and deploying cutting edge solutions in a collaborative environment. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, reusable data pipelines … to support a range of analytics and AI-driven projects. The organisation is currently transitioning to Azure as well as Databricks and Principal Data Engineer will play a crucial role in shaping that platform, helping the data team upskill, and embed best practices across the function. They will also lead on bringing AI models into production More ❯

Principal Data Engineer - Azure Databricks (Unity Catalog) - Contract Location: Bristol - Hybrid - 2 days a week in the office Contract Length: 12 Months Day Rate: Negotiable Job Ref: J12998 A data for good organisation that is in the early stages of building a modern Analytics and Data Engineering function, are looking to bring in a Principal Data Engineer to support and lead key elements of this transformation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building data platforms from the ground up, mentoring teams, and deploying cutting edge solutions in a collaborative environment. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, reusable data pipelines … to support a range of analytics and AI-driven projects. The organisation is currently transitioning to Azure as well as Databricks and Principal Data Engineer will play a crucial role in shaping that platform, helping the data team upskill, and embed best practices across the function. They will also lead on bringing AI models into production More ❯

Principal Data Engineer - Hybrid (London/Winchester) We're seeking a hands-on Principal Data Engineer to design and deliver enterprise-scale, cloud-native data platforms that power analytics, reporting, and real-time decision-making. This is a strategic technical leadership role where you'll shape architecture, mentor engineers, and deliver end-to … end solutions across a modern AWS/Databricks stack. What you'll do Lead the design of scalable, secure data architectures on AWS. Build and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines for batch and streaming data. Deploy and manage Apache Spark jobs on Databricks and Delta Lake. Write production-grade Python and SQL for large-scale data transformations. Drive … data quality, governance, and automation through CI/CD and IaC. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders. Mentor and guide data engineering teams. What we're looking for Proven experience in senior/principal data engineering roles. Expertise in AWS, Databricks, Apache Spark, Python, and SQL . Strong background in cloud-native data More ❯

Your new company A Principal Data Engineer/Architect is required on a permanent basis for a forward-thinking organisation at the heart of Leeds. The Data Services team are on a mission to unlock the value of data by delivering high-quality, secure, and accessible data services. With a focus on modern cloud … based technologies and strong partnerships, they help colleagues navigate the complexities of a data-driven world. Your new role As a Principal Data Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping the organisations strategic cloud data platform. You'll lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, drive innovation in data-centric products … technical leadership role where you'll establish best practices, ensure compliance, and deliver smart, customer-focused solutions. What you'll need to succeed You'll bring extensive experience in data engineering within Azure environments, with a strong track record in modernisation and large-scale migration projects. You'll be confident designing metadata-driven frameworks and managing Databricks environments, with More ❯

Your new company A Principal Data Engineer is required on a permanent basis for a forward-thinking organisation at the heart of Leeds. The Data Services team are on a mission to unlock the value of data by delivering high-quality, secure, and accessible data services. With a focus on modern cloud-based technologies … and strong partnerships, they help colleagues navigate the complexities of a data-driven world. Your new role As a Principal Data Engineer, you will be instrumental in shaping the organisations strategic cloud data platform. You'll lead the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, drive innovation in data-centric products, and champion … technical leadership role where you'll establish best practices, ensure compliance, and deliver smart, customer-focused solutions. What you'll need to succeed You'll bring extensive experience in data engineering within Azure environments, with a strong track record in modernisation and large-scale migration projects. You'll be confident designing metadata-driven frameworks and managing Databricks environments, with More ❯

an opportunity to join a collaborative, science-led team making a tangible impact on global healthcare. This role will offer you: The opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact data engineering projects across multiple research and development areas, including Clinical Trials, Omics, Real World Data, and more. Collaboration with international teams of researchers, data scientists, and stakeholders … in a cross-functional setting. Exposure to cutting-edge cloud technologies, modern data architecture, and the latest in healthcare data standards. A meaningful role where your work directly supports the development of life-changing medicines. Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines for diverse research datasets using cloud-based technologies. Create and optimise ETL/ELT processes … for structured and unstructured data. Build and manage data repositories and warehousing solutions. Develop and implement data quality frameworks, validation processes, and KPIs. Ensure data traceability and regulatory compliance through versioning and lineage tracking. Collaborate with internal teams to understand data requirements and deliver scalable solutions. Maintain compliance with data privacy regulations such as GDPR More ❯

Skills Python, SQL, PySpark, Scala, Java Arqiva is a key player in TV, Radio, Satellite Data Communications, and Smart Metering industries, offering critical data and communication services globally. They are the primary supplier of national terrestrial television and radio broadcasting servi Senior Site Reliability Engineer, Onchain Software Engineer - Shopping and Discovery 108 E 16th Street, New More ❯