Data Engineer
Permanent Full Time – Summerfield House, NHS Grampian
About NHS Grampian: NHS Grampian is an intelligence‑led organisation that uses high‑quality analytics to drive decision‑making across the health system. We are moving to a cloud‑first strategy with platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, building a robust, scalable, and secure data ecosystem.
Responsibilities
* Shape and deliver NHS Grampian’s cloud data architecture, covering storage, integration, processing, and analytics.
* Use SQL and Python alongside modern ELT approaches to design, build, and optimise data pipelines.
* Model and structure data for analysis, creating trusted solutions that support real‑world decision‑making.
* Work closely with clinicians, service leaders, local authorities, and national health bodies to ensure systems meet operational and strategic needs.
About You
Comfortable moving between high‑level design and hands‑on development. Experience with SQL, Python, cloud data platforms, and modern data engineering methods is highly desirable. An interest in AI and advanced analytics will be an advantage.
Key Skills and Experience
* SQL (data querying, optimisation, and modelling)
* Python (data engineering, analytics, automation)
* Data modelling (including star schemas and relational design)
* Cloud data platforms (ideally Microsoft Fabric or equivalent)
* ELT pipeline design and optimisation
* Knowledge of governance, privacy, and information security in data systems
What We Offer
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* Strong support for professional development and research
* Close links with the University of Aberdeen and the Aberdeen Centre for Health Data Science
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
As a disability confident employer we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all.
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