Data Platform Engineer (12-month contract - Outside IR35). - Hybrid from Auchterarder.
Bright Purple is working with a well-established organisation undergoing a huge data transformation programme. This is a hands-on Data Platform Engineer role where youll take ownership of a modern, business-critical data platform and help turn data into confident, everyday decision-making. This opportunity suits someone who enjoys building robust platforms, improving standards, and working closely with stakeholders to deliver data that actually gets used.
Role Overview
* Design, build and operate a scalable enterprise data platform across cloud and on-prem environments
* Develop and maintain reliable ETL/ELT pipelines using SQL and Python
* Own data modelling and delivery of trusted, business-ready datasets and Power BI assets
* Ensure platform stability through monitoring, alerting, documentation and run-books
* Implement strong security, governance and GDPR-aligned controls across the data estate
* Optimise performance and cost while maintaining clear SLAs
* Work closely with business teams to translate requirements into actionable data products
* Support analysts and power users through enablement, best practice and optimisation
Essential Skills
1. Strong experience with SQL (including Snowflake and/or Oracle)
2. ...