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Role: Senior Data Engineer - AWS Location: Leeds/Hybrid, c. 2x per week Contract: Outside IR35, Competitive Daily Rate Duration: 6 months The Role: Joining one of the best tech consultancies in the North. The Senior Data Engineer role focuses on the production of scalable and robust data solutions for clients, through conception, deployment and … their ongoing evolution. Working closely with stakeholders across the business - including product managers, analysts, and software developers you will ensure seamless data integration and reporting capabilities to support informed decision-making. The role focuses on building and optimising data pipelines, managing data warehousing, and ensuring high-quality data availability for business insights. You will be instrumental … in enabling efficient data processing, transformation, and analysis through best-in-class technologies and methodologies. Your ability to design scalable data solutions, solve problems creatively, and collaborate with both technical and non-technical teams will be crucial to success. While technical expertise is at the core of the role, strong communication skills and a proactive mindset are equally More ❯

Data Engineer Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days/week in office or client site) Day Rate: £400-£425/day (Outside IR35) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 months NO SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE An established London-based logistics company is undergoing a major transformation in its data and analytics capabilities and is seeking a Data Engineer to … support the build and optimisation of their next-generation data platform. Working as part of a growing data team, you will play a critical role in designing and deploying scalable data pipelines and solutions using Azure Databricks and related technologies. This is an opportunity to contribute to a cloud-first, modern data strategy within a collaborative … and forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop end-to-end data pipelines (batch and streaming) using Azure Databricks, Spark, and Delta Lake. Implement the Medallion Architecture and ensure consistency across raw, enriched, and curated data layers. Build and optimise ETL/ELT processes using Azure Data Factory and PySpark. Enforce data governance through Azure More ❯

ROLE TITLE: Data Engineer LOCATION: Remote CLEARANCE: BPSS The ideal candidate will have active SC Clearance or be eligible to undergo SC Clearance. We are actively looking to secure a Data Engineer to join Experis. Experis Consultancy is a Global entity with a well-established team with over 1000 consultants on assignment across 20 clients globally. … personal one, with both our clients and our own employees. We are passionate about training, technology and career development. Job Purpose/The Role: We are seeking a skilled Data Engineer to join our Data Platforms team. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines and infrastructure. You will work … closely with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers to ensure the efficient and reliable flow of data across the organisation. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a passion for working with data at scale. Your Key Responsibilities: Design and implement robust data pipelines and ETL processes. Develop and maintain data infrastructure More ❯

Job summary Join NHSBSA as an Apprentice Data Engineer and gain hands-on experience building and maintaining data pipelines while studying for a Level 5 qualification. You'll support data sourcing, transformation, and integration under expert guidance, ensuring data is accurate, secure, and accessible. Collaborate with analysts, engineers, and governance teams to deliver data solutions. You'll develop coding, documentation, and troubleshooting skills, and apply data protection principles. This hybrid role includes remote work and regular office visits in Newcastle. Ideal for someone curious, detail-oriented, and eager to learn in a supportive, innovative environment. What do we offer? o Hybrid working - offering flexibility to work predominantly from home with the opportunity … and your loved oneso Access to a wide range of benefits and high street and online discounts Main duties of the job Support the design, build, and testing of data pipelines using multiple data sources. Assist in creating reusable data products and maintaining accurate documentation. Learn and apply data protection and governance principles. Write and test More ❯

DATA ENGINEER - DBT/AIRFLOW/DATABRICKS 4-MONTH CONTRACT £450-550 PER DAY OUTSIDE IR35 This is an exciting opportunity for a Data Engineer to join a leading media organisation working at the forefront of data innovation. You'll play a key role in designing and building the data infrastructure that supports cutting … edge machine learning and LLM initiatives. Expect to work closely with data scientists, helping to power intelligent content and audience tools across the business. THE COMPANY A major player in the media sector, this company is investing heavily in its data capabilities to support everything from real-time analytics to AI-powered content discovery. The environment is collaborative … With strong engineering foundations already in place, they're looking for a contractor to accelerate delivery of critical pipelines and platform improvements. THE ROLE You'll join a skilled data team to lead the build and optimisation of scalable pipelines using DBT, Airflow, and Databricks. Working alongside data scientists and ML engineers, you'll support everything from raw More ❯

Join our client in embarking on an ambitious data transformation journey using Databricks, guided by best practice data governance and architectural principles. To support this, we are recruiting for talented data engineers. As a major UK energy provider, our client is committed to 100% renewable energy and sustainability, focusing on delivering exceptional customer experiences. It is initially … one day a week being based in their Nottingham office, this is negotiable. It is a full-time role, 37 hours per week. Accountabilities: * Develop and maintain scalable, efficient data pipelines within Databricks, continuously evolving them as requirements and technologies change. * Build and manage an enterprise data model within Databricks. * Integrate new data sources into the platform … using batch and streaming processes, adhering to SLAs. * Create and maintain documentation for data pipelines and associated systems, following security and monitoring protocols. * Ensure data quality and reliability processes are effective, maintaining trust in the data. * Be comfortable with taking ownership of complex data engineering projects and develop appropriate solutions in accordance with business requirements. * Able to More ❯

Senior Data Engineer – Data Modelling & Engineering – London Area – 6 Months Contract We are seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Senior Data Engineer to join a dynamic Data Modelling and Engineering team. You will play a key role in building and maintaining data pipelines, enabling seamless access to trusted data for analysts, performance … teams, and data scientists. Your work will directly support the development of robust, automated, and maintainable data processes that drive confident, data-informed decision-making.This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation focused on modernising and stabilising complex data landscapes. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, flexibility, and user … centric design, working in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and improvement. About the Role: You will work closely with upstream teams to bring critical data onto an Analytical Platform and help develop a new data layer. Your responsibilities will include establishing connectivity with downstream systems, conducting user needs analysis, and contributing to the design of dimensional More ❯

Systems Architecture - AWS data engineer Job Description Location: UK - Will require travel to customer site ](Belfast) Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and experienced AWS Data Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing, and managing data architecture solutions for our customers, with a strong emphasis on Cloud technologies … Preferably AWS) and tooling. This role requires understanding of data modelling, database design, and data integration techniques. Key Responsibilities -Data Ingestion and Extraction: Design and implement efficient data ingestion pipelines to and from databases and file storage services. -Data Transformation and Cleaning: Transform and clean raw data to ensure data quality and consistency. … Data Pipelines: Build, maintain, and optimise data pipelines to automate data flows and enable real-time data processing. -Data Quality Assurance: Monitor data quality and implement measures to ensure data accuracy and completeness. -Database Administration: Manage and maintain databases (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) to ensure optimal performance and security. -Cloud Infrastructure: Deploy and manage More ❯

Robert Half is partnering with a leading property firm to recruit an experienced Azure Data Engineer for an initial 12-month rolling contract Role: The Data Engineer will be required too, design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable data infrastructure Collaborate with analysts and data scientists to meet data needs Collect, clean, and … process data from multiple sources Build and optimise data models and schemas Enhance performance of data systems and resolve pipeline issues Stay updated with data engineering trends and continuously upskill Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field Proven experience in a Data Engineer role with a successful track record … Proficiency in SQL and experience with database administration Mastery of tools such as Power BI, Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server, and Oracle Familiarity with acting as a data engineer within cloud environments like Azure. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills Effective communication and teamwork skills Company: Initial 12-Month Contract Hybrid Working (London-Based More ❯

The banks' expertise and services span across Business Services, Corporate banking, Wealth Management, Group Functions, Retail and Investment Banking. On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for a Data Engineer for a 12 month contract based in London (hybrid -2 days in the office per week). Purpose of the role: The Data Engineer will … help drive the build of effortless, digital first customer experiences, simplifying the organisation by developing innovative data driven solutions through data pipelines, modelling and ETL design, inspiring to be commercially successful through insight and keep customers and the organisation's data safe and secure. What you'll do: Build advanced automation of data engineering pipelines through … removal of manual stages. Embed new data techniques through role modelling, training and experiment design oversight. Deliver a clear understanding of data platform costs to meet departments cost saving and income targets. Source new data using the most appropriate tooling for the situation. Develop solutions for streaming data ingestion and transformations in line with the client More ❯

Data Engineer/BI Developer - SAP S/4HANA Programme Location: Hybrid (UK-based with occasional on-site in the South West) Contract Length: 6 months initial Rate: £450 - Outside IR35 A leading UK water company is in the midst of a large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation programme. We're looking for an experienced Data Engineer/BI Developer to support the delivery of robust data pipelines, reporting structures, and SAP-integrated BI solutions that will enable critical operational and regulatory reporting across the organisation. You'll be working in a dynamic, delivery-focused environment alongside SAP consultants, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders, with a particular focus on SAP BW/4HANA … Datasphere, and integration of water utility data. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain data models using SAP BW/4HANA , CDS Views , ADSO , and Composite Providers . Build and optimise ETL data flows from SAP S/4HANA , legacy systems , and real-time data sources (e.g. SCADA, telemetry). Deliver robust BI reporting layers to support business-critical More ❯

Role title: Data engineer Rate: £425/d - £462/d Onsite requirement: Inside IR35 Contract lenght: 12 months Job Description : We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our team in the Public Sector and Government industry. This is a full-time contract position with a duration of 12 months. The … successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our data infrastructure, ensuring efficient data migration, and supporting our data warehousing needs. Key Responsibilities : Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines using Data Stage, Red Shift, QuickSight, and S3. Perform data migration and ETL processes for both batch and real-time data. Develop and … optimise data warehouses to support business intelligence and analytic. Implement DevSecOps practices to ensure data security and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions. Ensure data quality and integrity across all data sources and systems. Utilise Java, SQL, and relational databases to manage and manipulate data. Work with XML More ❯

Job Title: Data Engineer (NPPV3 + SC Clearance Required)Location: Hybrid (UK-based)Contract: 3 Months (with potential extension/move to other projects)Rate: £550 per day (Outside IR35)A bout the Role:We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer with NPPV3 + SC clearance to join our dynamic team on a 3-month contract … role offering the flexibility of working both remotely and onsite. The contract has potential for extension or transition onto other exciting projects. Key Responsibilities:* Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks, and Azure Synapse.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and integration.* Support data ingestion, transformation, and storage … in cloud environments.* Troubleshoot and optimise data workflows for performance and reliability.* Maintain compliance with security protocols and clearance requirements. Essential Skills & Experience:* Must hold NPPV3 + SC clearance (this is a mandatory requirement).* Proven expertise in Azure Data Factory, Databricks, and Azure Synapse Analytics.* Strong experience in building and managing cloud-based data solutions.* Solid More ❯

Job Title: Data Analyst - Data Engineering Location: Remote/Reading, UK (Hybrid - Office & Remote) Type: 12 months Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) Our client is a market leader in land and property data solutions across the UK, empowering the property sector with powerful digital tools and data-driven insights. From government bodies and legal firms to mortgage … providers and environmental consultants, their work is transforming how land information is accessed and utilised nationwide. We're now looking for a talented Data Analyst to join their Data Engineering team, contributing to a high-profile national digital transformation programme. If you're passionate about uncovering insights from complex datasets and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced setting … this is your chance to make a meaningful, real-world impact. Key responsibilities: Analyse large, complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and data quality issues. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data needs and deliver insights. Build dashboards and reports using tools like Power BI or Tableau. Support ETL workflows and contribute to data pipeline development. More ❯

Hybrid Role with 2 days per week onsite in Central London. Skillset required: * Data Pipeline Expertise: Extensive experience in designing and implementing scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines in Azure Databricks, transforming raw data into usable datasets for analysis. * Azure Databricks Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Spark (SQL, PySpark) for data transformation and processing within Databricks, along … with experience building workflows and automation using Databricks Workflows. * Azure Data Services: Hands-on experience with Azure services like Azure Data Lake, Azure Blob Storage, and Azure Synapse for data storage, processing, and publication. * Data Governance & Security: Familiarity with managing data governance and security using Databricks Unity Catalog, ensuring data is appropriately organized, secured … and accessible to authorized users. * Optimization & Performance Tuning: Proven experience in optimizing data pipelines for performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability, including partitioning, caching, and tuning Spark jobs. * Cloud Architecture & Automation: Strong understanding of Azure cloud architecture, including best practices for infrastructure-as-code, automation, and monitoring in data environments. My client have limited interview slots and they are More ❯

Hybrid Role with 2 days per week onsite in Central London. Skillset required: * Data Pipeline Expertise: Extensive experience in designing and implementing scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines in Azure Databricks, transforming raw data into usable datasets for analysis. * Azure Databricks Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Spark (SQL, PySpark) for data transformation and processing within Databricks, along … with experience building workflows and automation using Databricks Workflows. * Azure Data Services: Hands-on experience with Azure services like Azure Data Lake, Azure Blob Storage, and Azure Synapse for data storage, processing, and publication. * Data Governance & Security: Familiarity with managing data governance and security using Databricks Unity Catalog, ensuring data is appropriately organized, secured … and accessible to authorized users. * Optimization & Performance Tuning: Proven experience in optimizing data pipelines for performance, cost-efficiency, and scalability, including partitioning, caching, and tuning Spark jobs. * Cloud Architecture & Automation: Strong understanding of Azure cloud architecture, including best practices for infrastructure-as-code, automation, and monitoring in data environments. My client have limited interview slots and they are More ❯

Data Engineer - Leicester Based Role Purpose: This role is focused on supporting the development and implementation of a robust data model for banking data. You will work closely with a small technical team and liaise with IT to ensure the model is productionised effectively. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical data analysis skills, experience with … big data technologies, and the ability to communicate complex insights clearly to stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with a small team to build and refine a banking-focused data model. Liaise with IT teams to transition data models into production environments. Conduct data mining and exploratory data analysis to support model development. Apply strong SQL, Hadoop … and cloud-based data processing skills to manage and analyse large datasets. Support the design and structure of data models, with a working understanding of data modelling principles. Present findings and insights to stakeholders in a clear and engaging manner. Use reporting and visualisation tools such as Power BI to deliver business insights. Contribute to the development More ❯

Role: Data Engineer Location: UK- Remote Contract: 3 Months (with potential for extension) About the Role: In this role, you will play a key part in supporting client’s High Touch Support operations—designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines and creating solutions that drive customer satisfaction and informed business decisions. This is a hands-on role with … a strong focus on metric development , data visualization , and data pipeline optimization . You’ll work cross-functionally with Engineers, Data Scientists, and Product Managers to ensure the right data is captured, modeled, and surfaced to support ongoing initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Build and maintain scalable data pipelines and architecture Develop success metrics and dashboards to … measure and drive team performance. Collaborate with stakeholders (PMs, DS, Eng) to define data needs and translate them into actionable insights Support knowledge management efforts—identifying performance gaps in support tools like search and agent experience Handle ad hoc data requests including bug fixes, data pulls, and issue investigations Leverage BI and integration tools like Azure Data More ❯

DATA ENGINEER - INVESTMENT FIRM 6-MONTH CONTRACT £600 PER DAY INSIDE IR35 HYBRID ABOUT THE COMPANY A rapidly growing investment firm headquartered in London, which has doubled its team over the past 2.5 years and continues to attract strong investor backing. With 230+ employees and ongoing expansion, the company is now focused on becoming more AI- and data … automation. THE TEAM You'll join a skilled and collaborative analytics team of eight, working closely with senior leadership. The team has already laid the foundations for a modern data platform using Azure and Databricks and is now focused on building out scalable ETL processes, integrating AI tools, and delivering bespoke analytics solutions across the organisation. THE ROLE As … a Data Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in designing and implementing robust data pipelines, supporting the migration from legacy Azure systems to Databricks, and working closely with stakeholders to deliver tailored data solutions. This role combines hands-on development with collaborative architecture design, and offers the opportunity to contribute to AI readiness within a More ❯

Our client is on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Data Engineer to join their dynamic Data Team. This is a Fixed term contract as a Mat cover for a period of 8 months This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is driven and possesses a solid understanding of SQL, various scripting languages, and … the synergy of face-to-face interactions. Some of your responsibilities would include: Process Automation: Contribute to the automation of daily business activities, streamlining workflows for efficiency and effectiveness. Data Analysis and Organization: Spend time with raw data to cleanse, structure, and ready it for integration into our bespoke system, ensuring data quality and accessibility. Solution Development … Utilize your scripting and SQL expertise to create innovative data solutions that support and enhance our operations. Ticket Management: Efficiently handle ticketed tasks, prioritizing and resolving issues to maintain smooth business operations. Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify and suggest enhancements to our existing systems and processes, liaising with our in-house Development team to implement these improvements. Innovation: Scout for More ❯

Our client is on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Data Engineer to join their dynamic Data Team. This is a Fixed term contract as a Mat cover for a period of 8 months This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is driven and possesses a solid understanding of SQL, various scripting languages, and … the synergy of face-to-face interactions. Some of your responsibilities would include: Process Automation: Contribute to the automation of daily business activities, streamlining workflows for efficiency and effectiveness. Data Analysis and Organization: Spend time with raw data to cleanse, structure, and ready it for integration into our bespoke system, ensuring data quality and accessibility. Solution Development … Utilize your scripting and SQL expertise to create innovative data solutions that support and enhance our operations. Ticket Management: Efficiently handle ticketed tasks, prioritizing and resolving issues to maintain smooth business operations. Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify and suggest enhancements to our existing systems and processes, liaising with our in-house Development team to implement these improvements. Innovation: Scout for More ❯

Senior Data Engineer - Contract - Hybrid | London Join a high-impact government project shaping cloud-native data infrastructure. Initial 6-month contract, very likely to extend. Great team, modern stack, meaningful work. 6-month contract , likely to extend Hybrid - 2 days a week onsite in London (Likely to go remote) Active SC Tech stack: Python, SQL, Jinja, AWS More ❯

Principal Data Engineer Salary: up to £85,000 (DOE) Fixed term contract Location: Remote, UK iO Associates have partnered with a leading Prop-Tech business to find a Principal Data Engineer. In this role, you'll lead by example - driving hands-on technical delivery, mentoring a high-performing data team, and shaping scalable data solutions … in a cloud-first environment. You'll play a key role in delivering one of the UK Government's largest digital data transformation programmes. Key Responsibilities: Provide hands-on technical leadership in designing and optimising data infrastructure and pipelines Mentor and lead a team of data engineers and analysts, promoting best practices and continuous improvement Develop and … deliver scalable, cloud-based data solutions using AWS and on-premises services Own and drive the technical roadmap, aligning data strategy with business goals Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-impact, cost-effective data solutions Requirements: Hands-on experience in data engineering, automation, and analytics Proficient in 2+ languages (e.g. Python, Java, Scala, Spark) Strong AWS More ❯

Data Engineer- London/Remote- 3 Months- £41-£46 ph PAYE A global technology company are looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join their team on an initial 9 month assignment. The data warehouse team works very closely with Product Managers, Product Analysts and Internet Marketers to figure out ways to acquire new users … user experience - all of this using massive amounts of data. In this role, you will see a direct link between your work, company growth, and user satisfaction. The successful Data Engineer will work with some of the brightest minds in the industry, and you'll get an opportunity to solve some of the most challenging business problems on … the web and mobile Internet, at a scale that few companies can match. Responsibilities: Manage data warehouse plans for a product or a group of products. Interface with engineers, product managers and product analysts to understand data needs. Build data expertise and own data quality for allocated areas of ownership. Design, build and launch new data More ❯

x Contract Data Engineers - Snowflake/AWS/Python/Airflow/Iceberg Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days per week onsite) Duration: 6 months Day Rate: £550 - £600 (Inside IR35) A highly reputable consultancy is seeking 2 x Contract Data Engineers to join their data team on a 6-month engagement. You will play a key role … in building and optimising data pipelines, supporting modern data platform architecture, and enabling advanced analytics and reporting capabilities. Key Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Snowflake data warehousing Solid AWS cloud engineering experience Proficient in Python for data engineering workflows Skilled in building and maintaining Airflow DAGs Familiarity with Apache Iceberg for table format and data More ❯