Data Engineer

Brunel University London
Uxbridge
1 month ago
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Data Engineer

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Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus


Salary: Grade 8: £45,390 to £58,263 inclusive of London Weighting with potential to progress to £65,236 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting, through sustained exceptional contribution.


Hours: Full-time


Contract Type: Permanent


Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits.


For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home


Digital Services Directorate is responsible for delivering innovative, secure and high-quality digital capabilities that support Brunel’s strategic ambitions. Working in partnership with academic, professional, and research stakeholders, the Directorate ensures that the University’s digital infrastructure, data platforms and enterprise systems are resilient, modern, and aligned with institutional priorities.


As Brunel advances its transformation journey—including the development of a modern Microsoft Fabric–driven data layer—the Data Engineering function plays a vital role in delivering scalable, secure and high-performance data solutions. This includes enabling advanced analytics, strengthening data governance frameworks, and supporting research, teaching and operational excellence through trusted and well-designed data infrastructure.


The Data Engineer will work as a key member of the Data Systems team, reporting to the Data Systems Manager. The postholder will be responsible for the design, development and optimisation of data pipelines, ETL processes, relational and non-relational database systems, and scalable cloud data architectures. They will collaborate closely with analysts, researchers, project teams and wider IT colleagues to ensure that data solutions meet high standards of quality, reliability, security and compliance, including GDPR and cybersecurity requirements.


The role also plays a crucial part in shaping the University’s enterprise data engineering strategy—supporting the implementation of data governance, metadata management, master data processes, and emerging technologies. The postholder will document technical specifications, troubleshoot performance issues, and contribute to the evolution of Brunel’s data architecture, including Microsoft Fabric and Dataverse environments.


The successful candidate will have substantial experience in data solution architecture within a large, complex environment, with strong expertise in Oracle and SQL Server database technologies. They will demonstrate excellent analytical skills, cloud knowledge, and experience designing and operating scalable data pipelines. They will bring strong communication, leadership and stakeholder-engagement abilities, along with a commitment to high-quality service, innovation and Brunel’s values.


Relevant professional certifications or equivalent experience may include:



  • Data or database–focused certifications (e.g. Oracle, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Fabric, SQL Server, or equivalent)
  • Cloud data platform certifications (e.g. Microsoft Azure Data Engineer Associate or equivalent)
  • Demonstrable experience designing, building and operating secure, scalable data platforms in lieu of formal certification

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities, an occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.


Closing date for applications: 11 January 2026


Interviews week commencing 26 January 2026 in person.


For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk


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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment.


Brunel University London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.


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