Data Engineer

Data Engineer - Contract

Fully Remote

Inside IR35

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our growing Data Engineering team. You will work with Microsoft data technologies to build and deliver high-quality, enterprise-level data solutions that support data-driven decision-making across the organisation.

• Financial Services experience
• On prem data stack as a priorit (SSIS / DWH). You have to be using this now.
• The Azure stack being a must too. This is hybrid: both on prem and cloud

• Deliver high-quality data solutions on Microsoft platforms.
• Work with Architects and Senior Engineers to meet technical designs and specifications.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure solutions align with requirements.
• Partner with Data Science, Digital, and Core Systems teams on cross-functional projects.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as stand‑ups, refinements, retrospectives, and demos.
• Take part in code reviews and follow in‑house engineering standards.
• Adhere to internal policies for data management, governance, and quality.
• Produce documentation, wikis, and release notes throughout the development lifecycle.
• Conduct thorough testing and quality assurance before release.

• 3-7 years' experience in Data Engineering and/or Business Intelligence.
• Experience working in a regulated environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly across the business.
• Expertise with Microsoft Data Platform technologies (SQL Server, SSIS, SSAS, SSRS).
• Strong experience with data pipelines and integrations (ETL/ELT).
• Solid understanding of data warehousing, data modelling, and dimensional design.
• Knowledge of data manipulation languages (T‑SQL, DAX).
• Experience working in Agile environments (ideally Kanban).
• Strong teamwork, communication, and relationship‑building skills.

• Knowledge of mortgage or financial services.
• Experience creating dashboards and reports with Power BI.
• Programming or scripting experience (C#, Python, Power Shell).
• Experience with APIs and semi‑structured data (JSON, XML).
• Familiarity with Azure data services (ADF, Data Lake, Synapse, Cosmos DB, Functions, etc.).
• Experience with Git and branching strategies.
• Additional relevant technologies (Power Shell, Bicep, YAML, Power Platform).

No mandatory qualifications;
Microsoft/Azure certifications are an advantage.

Please send me a copy of your CV if you're interested and meet the requirements.