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Data Engineering Jobs in Manchester

A thriving tech hub with a strong focus on data infrastructure. Home to a diverse range of companies and a growing data engineering community.

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Salary range
£40k – £130k
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Manchester has emerged as a key player in the UK's tech landscape, particularly in the realm of data engineering. The city is home to a variety of scaleups, research-heavy startups, and larger consultancies that are actively building and maintaining robust data infrastructure. From data pipelines and ETL processes to data warehousing and big data processing, the work here is diverse and challenging. Many roles in Manchester are hybrid, offering the flexibility of remote work while still fostering a strong local community.

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£40k – £130k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 15 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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Data Engineer

Design and build scalable cloud-based data platforms using modern ETL/ELT pipelines to integrate data from ERP and transactional systems. Develop dimensional data models and improve data governance while collaborating with technical teams and stakeholders. Work on greenfield projects and influence the long-term data strategy within a digitally transforming organisation.

Sellick Partnership Wigan, United Kingdom £60,000 – £70,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Data Engineer

This role involves leading the design and delivery of a scalable, secure data platform using a medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold layers) to support analytics and decision-making across a global engineering organisation. The Senior Data Engineer will mentor junior engineers, define technical standards, build data pipelines from diverse sources, and ensure data quality, governance, and traceability. The position operates in a remote-first environment with a focus on Azure, Microsoft Fabric, and modern data engineering practices.

James Fisher & Sons Manchester, United Kingdom
Remote Permanent

Full Stack Developer

Full Stack DeveloperRemote / Hybrid£50,000A Niche Sports Technology business is looking for a full stack developer to take ownership of their core platform — a ground-up rebuild on a modern stack, with real commercial deadlines and genuine engineering ownership from...

Fazer Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa

Engineering Manager (Golang)

Engineering Manager (Golang)Lead High-Performing Golang Engineering TeamsOur client, a fast-growing and innovative technology organisation based in Greater Manchester, is looking for an experiencedEngineering Manager (Golang) to lead and develop high-performing Agile engineering teams.This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on...

Adria Solutions Manchester, United Kingdom £80,000 – £110,000 pa

Founding AI Engineer

This role involves designing and deploying AI-powered customer experiences, building intelligent recommendation systems, and creating autonomous workflows using modern AI architectures. The engineer will shape the AI roadmap, develop scalable AI infrastructure, and lead the future AI function within a fast-growing fintech startup. Key focus areas include agentic AI, RAG, multi-agent systems, and production-ready AI deployment.

Adria Solutions Manchester, United Kingdom £80,000 – £110,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Warehouse Architect

Design and govern a modern enterprise data platform using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks, enabling scalable lakehouse and data warehouse solutions. Develop high-performance data pipelines, enforce data governance, and drive CI/CD best practices to support advanced analytics and AI initiatives. Work in a hybrid environment to unify data assets and eliminate silos across platforms.

Robert Walters Bury, United Kingdom £70,000 – £75,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

QA / Test Engineer – Data

This role involves ensuring data accuracy and integrity during a large-scale migration from legacy data warehouses to a modern cloud platform using Snowflake, dbt, and Azure. The engineer will design automated testing frameworks, perform data reconciliation between old and new systems, and embed quality checks into CI/CD pipelines. Focus is on validating complex data transformations and supporting business-critical reporting through a major technical transition.

Chroma Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £350 – £375 pd
Hybrid Contract

Senior Data Engineer

This role involves supporting a mechanical engineering company's data projects as a Senior Data Engineer, with a focus on Azure technologies and Microsoft Fabric. The candidate will work on data governance, data warehousing, and contribute to overcoming project delays. The position operates under hybrid working conditions with 2–3 days per week on-site in Blackburn.

Opus Recruitment Solutions Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 7DP, United Kingdom £400 – £500 pd
Hybrid Contract
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Roles hiring in Manchester

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Data Engineer Jobs

£40k – £85k
10 open

Senior Data Engineer Jobs

£55k – £85k
5 open

Data Architect Jobs

£60k – £125k
5 open
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The scene

Hiring in Manchester

Manchester's tech ecosystem is rapidly expanding, with a particular focus on data engineering. Companies here are investing heavily in building and maintaining robust data infrastructure to support their growth and innovation.

The city's strong community of data engineers benefits from a collaborative environment, with regular meetups and networking events. This fosters a culture of continuous learning and professional development.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career, Manchester offers a wealth of opportunities in data engineering. The blend of established companies and emerging startups ensures a dynamic and exciting job market.

FAQs

Common questions

  • Manchester is home to a mix of scaleups, research-heavy startups, and larger consultancies. Each offers unique opportunities and challenges in data engineering.

  • Yes, the market is competitive, but there is a growing demand for skilled data engineers. Companies are actively seeking talent to build and maintain their data infrastructure.

  • Many roles in Manchester offer a hybrid work model, combining the benefits of on-site collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. This setup supports both productivity and work-life balance.

  • Common tools include Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, AWS Redshift, and Snowflake. Companies often use a combination of these to build and manage their data infrastructure.

  • Salary ranges can vary based on experience and company size. For more detailed salary information, please refer to the salary section on this page.

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