Senior Data EngineerHybrid - Birmingham (2 days per week in office)Salary: Up to £65kPermanent
We are partnering with a forward-thinking, public sector organisation currently undergoing a major data and digital transformation. They are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining a modern, cloud-based data platform that underpins critical regulatory and strategic objectives.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies and contribute to the creation of a secure, scalable, and insight-driven data ecosystem that supports the organisation's mission to deliver better outcomes for customers, communities, and the environment.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll take a hands-on role in building and optimising data services across both modern and legacy platforms. Key responsibilities include:
* Developing, maintaining, and optimising data pipelines and ELT processes using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Purview, and Power BI.
* Designing and implementing scalable and reliable data platform solutions aligned with the organisation's data strategy.
* Supporting the migration of critical datasets from legacy systems to the new cloud platform, ensuring high data integrity and minimal disruption.
* Collaborating with internal stakeholders across IT, Digital, and Data Strategy teams to understand business requirements and translate them into robust data services.
* Monitoring and improving data quality, performance, and consistency across multiple data sources.
* Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For
* Strong proficiency in Microsoft data services, with hands-on experience using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Data Factory, Synapse/SQL Databases, Power BI, and Purview.
* Proven track record in designing, building, and optimising data pipelines and integration solutions within cloud or enterprise environments.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across multi-disciplinary teams.
* Previous involvement in digital or data transformation programmes, ideally with a focus on building reusable data services or products.
* Must be eligible for SC Clearance (must have lived in the UK for 5+ years)
If interested, please contact Jacob Ferdinand at