Data Automation Engineer Contract - Python
Location: London (Hybrid - 2/3 Days a Week)
Duration: 4 months (Full-time)
Start: 20/04/2026
Day Rate: £600 Inside IR35
An established video game/entertainment organisation is seeking a Data Automation Engineer (Python) to support the modernisation of sales analytics and forecasting processes. This is a hands-on contract role focused on transforming complex Excel-based workflows into scalable, production-quality Python solutions.
The Project:
Transferring Excel processes to Python processes which implement automation before creating business doccumentation and hand overs to BAU professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Translate complex Excel logic (formulas, macros, business rules) into clean, modular Python code
* Build and maintain a reusable internal Python package
* Generate high-quality, business-friendly Excel reports from Python outputs
* Automate forecasting and P&L processes (including forecasts, platform splits, and reporting logic)
* Design operational workflows, documentation, and runbooks for analyst use
* Collaborate with analytics teams to validate and refine business logic
Required Skills:
* Strong Python experience (data automation/analytics focus)
* Proven ability to convert complex Excel models into Python
* Experience creating formatted Excel outputs programmatically (eg openpyxl, xlsxwriter)
* Solid SQL skills (BigQuery preferred)
* Experience with Jupyter Notebooks and Python packaging
Desirable:
* Experience with forecasting or financial models
* Understanding of P&L/revenue concepts
* Background working with analytics or commercial teams
* Interest in Video Games and knowledge of popular platforms
Apply now to join a fast-paced project delivering impactful automation solutions.