Data Engineer | Outside IR35 | £400 - £500 | 6 months | Hybrid Nottingham
We’re looking for a highly skilled Data Engineer to join a growing data team supporting a large-scale modern data platform project. Working 3 days a week onsite on the outskirts of Nottingham, you'll be a key contributor in evolving the organisation’s data capability, focusing on best‑practice engineering, clean architecture, and high‑value BI delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, build and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Databricks.
* Develop scalable data models and transformations using SQL and Python.
* Work hands‑on with Databricks (Lakehouse, Delta tables, notebooks, workflows).
* Deliver high-quality dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI.
* Implement best practices for data quality, governance, lineage and automation.
* Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including analysts, product owners and business stakeholders.
* Support performance tuning, cost optimisation and reliability improvements across the data estate.
* Document pipelines, models and processes to ensure smooth knowledge transfer.
Technical Skills Required
* Databricks – notebooks, Delta Lake, Spark (PySpark desirable)
* Power BI – data modelling, DAX, dashboard/report development
* SQL – advanced querying, performance optimisation, data modelling
* Python – scripting, transformation logic, automation
* Azure Data Factory – pipelines, triggers, mapping data flows
* Understanding of data warehousing / lakehouse principles
* Experience working in cloud-based data ecosystems (Azure)
* Strong appreciation of data quality, governance and best practices
If this is a role that suits your skillset, can work onsite 3 days per week and immediately available then please apply for the job advert directly or reach out to myself at .