Overview
Telespazio UK, part of the Leonardo Group, is seeking a Data Developer to support semantic web applications. This role focuses on data quality, transformation, and technologies such as RDF and linked data, with work on environmental observation data, reference datasets, and metadata catalogs.
Responsibilities
* Cleaning and processing tabular data (Excel, CSV, databases)
* Building data transformation pipelines using Python and pandas
* Writing SQL queries to extract and manipulate relational data
* Implementing data validation and quality assurance processes
* Working with JSON, XML, and CSV formats
* Supporting metadata cataloging and reference data management
* Learning and applying RDF and semantic web concepts
* Collaborating with subject matter experts on data requirements
What You’ll Deliver
* Clean, validated datasets ready for semantic processing
* Python scripts for transformation and validation
* SQL queries and database integration code
* Data quality reports and documentation
* Contributions to metadata catalogs and RDF processing
* Pipeline documentation and ad hoc data analysis
Essential – Skills & Experience
* Strong Python skills (especially pandas)
* Proficiency in SQL and relational database concepts
* Experience with messy, real-world datasets
* Understanding of data validation and quality principles
* Familiarity with JSON, XML, and CSV formats
* Experience using APIs for data access
* Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
* Fluent in English (written and spoken)
* Ability to work independently and learn new technologies
Desirable
* Background in library science, data management, or information architecture
* Experience with ETL processes and pipeline development
* Knowledge of environmental data domains
* Familiarity with RDF, SPARQL, and semantic web technologies
* Understanding of metadata standards and data harmonization
* Experience with Docker, Git, and modern development workflows
Benefits
* Work-life Balance: Flexible and hybrid working options.
* Annual Leave: Generous allowance with buy/sell flexibility.
* Pension: Award-winning scheme, up to 15% employer contribution.
* Healthcare: Company-funded private healthcare via BUPA.
* Development: Personal development and training options.
* Flexible Benefits: Customizable lifestyle, health, and wellbeing options.
* Discounts: Everyday discounts with retailers, restaurants, and days out.
* Support: Confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
At Telespazio, the well-being, safety, and development of our people are at the heart of our corporate culture. We actively foster an inclusive, diverse, and stimulating work environment, promoting the principles of equity and the value of diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
In line with Asylum & Immigration Legislation, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the EU, or UK (as applicable). Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process. Furthermore, given the nature of the work, all potential employees will undergo stringent reference and identity checks.
Employment details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Information Technology
* Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
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