Data Engineer
Summary
Data Engineer responsible for designing and building data pipelines for complex datasets to support analytics, ML, and AI workflows. The role involves working with structured and unstructured data, collaborating in agile teams, and utilizing technologies like Python, SQL, and Spark within secure or public sector environments.
We are looking for a Data Engineer to help build reliable, scalable data platforms that support real-world decision making across advanced technology and secure environments.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex data problems, working across a variety of technologies, and contributing to projects involving analytics, machine learning and AI. You will join a collaborative, hands-on engineering team where curiosity, ownership and clear communication are highly valued.
What you will be doing
- Designing and building data pipelines for ingesting, transforming and processing complex datasets
- Working with both structured and unstructured data sources
- Supporting analytics, machine learning and AI workflows with trusted, timely data
- Collaborating with engineers, analysts and project stakeholders to deliver practical solutions
- Breaking work into manageable, testable increments and contributing to an agile delivery approach
- Continuously improving data quality, reliability and operational efficiency
Essential skills and experience:
- Strong understanding of data modelling, processing and transformation
- Comfortable working with structured and unstructured data
- Ability to learn new tools and adapt to unfamiliar technical domains
- Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Experience contributing to team ceremonies and delivery activities
- Ability to work independently and deliver incrementally
Desirable skills and experience:
- Experience with Python, SQL, Spark or similar technologies
- Knowledge of data pipelines, batch processing or streaming architectures
- Exposure to cloud platforms and/or secure environments
- Experience working on exploratory, R&D or early-stage projects
- Interest in AI-enabled systems, public sector technology or national security programmes
- Desire to influence data architecture, delivery planning and team growth
Why apply?
- Work on technically interesting projects with real operational impact
- Gain exposure to modern data, analytics and AI technologies
- Join a supportive engineering team with a strong learning culture
- Opportunity to shape solutions rather than simply maintain existing systems
If you are a data engineer who enjoys tackling complex challenges and wants to work on meaningful technology projects, we would be pleased to hear from you.