Data Engineers (IT)

Key skills: Strong hands-on data engineering experience with Python and SQL, building and maintaining data pipelines, ETL/ELT and working with cloud-based data platforms. Candidates should be comfortable with data modelling, transformation, data quality and working within multidisciplinary delivery teams. We need solid hands-on engineers at SFIA 4 who can work independently and take responsibility for delivering defined pieces of work.

• Experience translating business questions into data or analytical requirements, with guidance where needed.
• Good SQL and Python skills for data modelling, transformation, automation and analysis.
• Experience working with data models in data warehouses, lakehouse environments or analytics tools such as Power BI.
• Familiarity with modern data engineering frameworks and tools (e.g. Spark / PySpark, Pandas, orchestration tools).
• Experience working with cloud data platforms on AWS or Azure (e.g. Databricks, Redshift, Microsoft Fabric).
• Understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including Git, testing, CI/CD and modular design.
• Basic analytics and statistical understanding, including metrics and simple experimentation.
• Awareness of AI/ML concepts, such as using model APIs or prompts, with a desire to build experience in this area.
• Understanding of data governance, security and quality concepts, including access control and GDPR considerations.
• Experience communicating insights through data visualisation using tools like Power BI, Tableau or Python charts.

Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.