Data Engineer

Working as a key member of the Thames Water Digital Data team, the purpose of this Data Engineering role is to help build out the next evolution of the Thames Water Enterprise Data Platform (EDP).

The role will collaborate with colleagues from across Thames Water, including our bespoke data product teams, to contribute to the overall goal of becoming a data-driven organisation with a centralised enterprise Lakehouse at its core. You will therefore assist in the delivery of this vision and play your part in helping take Thames Water toward the next level of data maturity.

What you’ll be doing as a Data Engineer

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• Manage the investigation of corporate data requirements, documenting them according to the required standards, utilising the prescribed methods and tools.
  
• Implement data flows to connect operational systems, data for analytics and BI systems. Re-engineer manual data flows to enable scaling and repeatable use.
  
• Work closely with data architects and data scientists to determine which data is needed for analysis.
  
• Tackle problems associated with database integration and unstructured data sets.
  
• Ensure that those using the data structures and associated components have a good understanding and that any queries are dealt with promptly and efficiently.
  
• In liaison with the information management or IT management functions, contributes to the development and maintenance of corporate data standards.
  
• Corporate data standards are agreed, documented, managed and audited as required.
  

Base location – Hybrid – Clear Water Court, Reading.
Working pattern – Monday to Friday, 36 hours.

What you should bring to the role

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• Solid experience as a Data Engineer.
  
• Azure Data Factory expert.
  
• Excellent SQL and/or Python skills.
  
• Extensive experience in Data Engineering.
  
• Proficient with Data Warehousing Solutions and Data Modelling.
  
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and is fully experienced at dealing with stakeholders.
  
• Proficient and effective communicator.
  

Additional skills and experiences would be great to have

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• MCSA Data Engineering with Azure.
  
• M10979 Azure Fundamentals.
  
• Experience of working with national/international standards, e.g. ISO20000, ISO27000, ISO9001, ITIL.
  

What’s in it for you

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• Competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum.
  
• Annual Leave - 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
  
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to both company and individual performance measures and targets.
  
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
  
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
  

Who are we

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us?

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.