Oxfordshire / Hybrid
£60,000 – £80,000 DOE
Permanent | Full-time
We’re working with a purpose-led consultancy looking for a Senior Data Engineer to take ownership of a key data function that sits at the heart of their client delivery.
This is not a standard “keep the pipelines running” role. You’ll inherit an existing data pipeline framework, assess what is working, decide what needs improving or replacing, and take the lead on building a robust, scalable approach for the future.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll be responsible for owning and improving data pipelines that transform structured data into graph-based formats. You’ll work closely with consultants, software engineers, and client-facing teams to make sure data is accurate, usable, and meaningful.
Key responsibilities
* Own, assess, improve, or rebuild existing ETL/ELT pipelines
* Build reliable data workflows using Python
* Work with orchestration tools such as Airflow or similar
* Improve data quality, validation, lineage, and troubleshooting
* Collaborate with consultants and non-technical stakeholders
* Help translate messy business/client data into structured models
* Learn and apply knowledge graph / semantic web technologies
* Work with the software team on coding standards, reviews, and best practice
* Provide technical ownership and direction in an ambiguous, evolving space
What we’re looking for
* Strong experience building and operating ETL/ELT pipelines
* Good Python skills
* Experience with workflow orchestration tools
* Git/GitHub experience
* Ability to own technical decisions and work independently
* Strong communication skills with non-technical stakeholders
* Comfortable working in ambiguity and shaping your own direction
* Interest in data modelling, knowledge graphs, or semantic technologies
The role is hybrid from Oxfordshire, with an expectation of 4 days per week in the office during the first 6 months, reducing to 3 days per week thereafter.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship and be likely to meet BPSS / SC clearance requirements.
Benefits
* £60,000 – £80,000 depending on experience
* Hybrid working
* 35-hour working week
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* 5% employer pension contribution
* Generous sick pay and parental leave
* High-quality tech setup