 
        
        We are currently seeking a Senior Data Engineer/consultant to work with our public sector client
Length: 12-month contract (renewed every 6 months)
Rate: Excellent day rate inside IR35 (Inside IR35)
Location: Hybrid - 1 to 2 days per week onsite in Telford
The ideal candidates will have a proven data engineering/analysis background within public sector/government experience with the below skills and experience:
Opportunity to join a major and highly complex data migration project. The role focuses on deep data analysis, migration planning, and subsequent code development to support extraction, transformation, and load activities.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyse large, complex datasets to define scope, quality, and migration readiness.
Identify extraction rules and sequencing for staged data migration.
Develop migration logic using PL/SQL and Java (Talend preferred).
Handle data across Oracle, MongoDB, and AWS RDS platforms.
Decompress and transform XML data into JSON for migration.
Validate data integrity and ensure accurate reconciliation post-migration.
Produce clear technical documentation and advise on data best practices.
Skills & Experience:
Strong background in complex data analysis / migration projects.
Hands-on coding with PL/SQL and Java (Talend advantageous).
Solid understanding of data structures, quality, and governance.
Experience with Oracle, AWS RDS, MongoDB, XML/JSON.
Operates independently at SFIA 5 level - can lead, advise, and influence.