Data Engineer

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment
Birmingham, United Kingdom
2 days ago
£40,000 – £45,000 pa

Salary

£40,000 – £45,000 pa

Job Type
Contract
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Junior
Contract Duration
12 months
Posted
16 Jun 2026 (2 days ago)

Benefits

Remote working Flexible working hours Learning and development opportunities Career progression path Exposure to machine learning and advanced analytics

Data Engineer

Remote (UK-based, with occasional office travel) | £45,000 + benefits

This is a standout opportunity for an early-career Data Engineer to join a growing, well-supported data team that is investing heavily in modernisation and advanced analytics. You will be part of a collaborative engineering environment where learning, progression, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies are central to the role.

The Company

They are a well-established UK-based organisation with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality services to a broad client base. With a strong focus on innovation, they are investing in their data and AI capabilities to drive smarter decision-making across the business. Their culture blends technical excellence with a genuinely supportive and people-focused approach. The data function is a key strategic priority, with strong backing from leadership.

The Role

You will join a growing data platform team working within a modern cloud-based environment, transitioning to a Databricks Lakehouse architecture on Azure. You will contribute to building scalable data pipelines and improving engineering standards across the platform.

Responsibilities include:

  • Building and maintaining robust data pipelines using Python and PySpark
  • Supporting CI/CD processes and applying DevOps best practices
  • Contributing to code deployment, testing, and release processes
  • Collaborating with engineers, QA specialists, and machine learning teams
  • Working across multiple squads to deliver high-quality data solutions
  • Supporting the ongoing development of the Databricks platform
  • Gaining exposure to data modelling and machine learning workflows over time

Your Skills & Experience

  • Hands-on experience with Python and data engineering concepts
  • Exposure to PySpark and large-scale data processing
  • Familiarity with Databricks or similar modern data platforms
  • Understanding of software engineering principles and version control
  • Interest in CI/CD, DevOps, and scalable system design
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  • Motivation to learn and grow within a high-performing team

Desirable:

  • Exposure to AWS or cloud environments
  • Experience with data modelling or analytics workflows

What They Offer

  • Primarily remote working with minimal office requirements
  • Flexible working hours and a strong work-life balance culture
  • Structured learning and development within a modern data environment
  • Opportunity to transition into a permanent role with long-term career progression
  • Exposure to machine learning and advanced analytics initiatives

How to Apply

If you are looking to build your career in Data Engineering within a supportive and forward-thinking team, apply now to learn more.

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