Data Engineer (6 Month Contract)
Contract Length: 6 Months
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled Data Engineer to join a fast-paced data and technology environment on a 6-month contract.
You will work within a cross-functional team supporting business intelligence, product analytics and operational data needs across the platform.
This role is focused on delivering scalable, reliable and well-structured data solutions on AWS, helping transform business requirements into production-ready data pipelines and models.
What You'll Be Doing
* Design, build and maintain scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines.
* Develop and optimise large-scale relational database systems (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server).
* Architect and implement AWS-based data solutions using services such as:
o S3
o Redshift
o Glue
o Lambda
o Athena
o EMR
* Translate business and product requirements into clear technical data specifications.
* Develop and maintain data models, schemas and documentation to support reporting and analytics.
* Ensure data quality, integrity and reliability through testing and monitoring.
* Support cross-functional teams with reliable data access and insights delivery.
* Identify opportunities to automate data workflows and improve performance.
What You'll Bring
* Proven experience as a Data Engineer or similar role.
* Strong SQL and relational database optimisation experience.
* Hands-on experience with AWS data services.
* Experience with ETL/ELT development.
* Strong understanding of data warehousing principles.
* Ability to translate business problems into technical solutions.
* Experience with Python, Spark, or similar data processing tools (desirable).
* Knowledge of CI/CD, DevOps, or infrastructure-as-code practices is beneficial.
This Role Will Suit You If You Are
* Comfortable working in fast-moving, delivery-focused environments.
* Strong communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Detail-oriented with a focus on data quality and performance.
* Proactive in identifying improvements to data platforms.
Contract Details
* 6 Month Contract
* Competitive day rate (dependent on experience)
* Flexible / hybrid working model
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