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DVLA offers an exciting opportunity for a Data Engineer to help design, build, and operate modern cloud-based data platforms and products that enable smarter decision-making. We are seeking technically skilled data enthusiasts from backgrounds such as Data Engineering, Software Development, Analysis, or Data Science, who are passionate about building high-quality, maintainable data services. The salary ranges from £42,848 to £57,400, plus excellent Civil Service benefits and over 28% pension contributions. Flexible, hybrid working from Swansea is available.
About the role
As Data Engineers at DVLA, we are part of the Government Digital and Data function, leading digital transformation of government services affecting most of the UK population.
Data Engineers develop and operate data platforms and products to support the agency's services and data-driven decision-making.
As a Senior Data Engineer, you will develop and maintain our data platform and products using the latest cloud technologies, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices. You will support and mentor other team members and contribute to delivering high-quality, accurate data products.
Interested in learning more? DVLA is organizing a virtual familiarization session on Tuesday, 24th June at 12 pm. Click here to book your seat — highly recommended.
Key responsibilities
* Design and lead on data flow implementation connecting operational systems, analytics, and BI systems
* Identify opportunities to reuse existing data flows
* Lead the build of data streaming systems
* Optimize code for performance
* Manage databases
* Operate production data services
About you
We welcome applications from individuals with relevant technical skills, including backgrounds in data or software engineering, analysis, or data science. You should have a strong technical understanding and interest in engineering reliable data products.
Technologies you should be familiar with include:
* Python & SQL
* Testing
You should have programming and build skills to deliver reliable solutions to business problems, and be capable of integrating multiple data sources into cohesive datasets or models. During the interview, you will work with a Python and SQL project, with access to online resources, to demonstrate your problem-solving approach.
In return, we offer a clear career progression, tailored learning and development, flexible working options, and a culture that promotes inclusion and diversity, along with long-term career growth and benefits such as:
* Salary of £42,848 to £57,400 (including a recruitment & retention allowance)
* Tailored learning and development programs
* Flexible work environment supporting work-life balance
* Inclusive culture with staff communities
* 28.97% pension contribution, including £12,413 towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme
* Digital communities and clear career frameworks
* On-site nursery, restaurants, and coffee bar
* 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing up to 30 days, plus an extra day for the King's birthday
* Free parking
* Hybrid working model with at least 60% office presence per month, flexible based on needs
If you are a data-driven problem solver passionate about cloud data products and want to make an impact at scale, we would love to hear from you. No matter your technical background, if you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, flexible, and innovative environment, apply now or contact us confidently.
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Government Administration and Technology, Information and Media
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