Joining Arup
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The Opportunity
We are seeking a Data Engineer / Developer to join our rapidly growing team within Arup’s Digital Services Portfolio. Our team sit at the intersection of data techniques and the built and natural environment. We are looking for individuals who are keen to find ways to use data to make a positive difference to the world around us.
This is a client-facing role is ideal for someone with a strong background in data engineering, data management, Agile, DevOps, cloud platforms, testing, and their practical applications in real-world scenarios.
You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of data scientists, consultants, software engineers, and engineers to help organisations realise the value of their data. In this role you will:
1. Work on the delivery of data engineering products, projects and capabilities for our clients.
2. Deliver infrastructure in an agile DevOps manner.
3. Ensure the security and cost-effectiveness of data platform infrastructure.
4. Build collaborative and functional relationships with peers in technical, business leadership and business development roles.
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
Is this role right for you?
We’re looking for candidates with:
5. A degree qualification in a subject related to engineering, computer science, data science/ analytics, business or other quantitative analytical field, or equivalent work experience.
6. An expertise in Azure, AWS, or GCP tooling (particularly such as BigQuery, databricks, or equivalent) and expertise in infrastructure management and implementing scalable data pipelines.
7. Ability to automate workflows and optimise ETL/ELT processes for performance and cost efficiency.
8. Strong programming skills, including Python.
9. Demonstrable experience in developing and deploying reusable analytical products and services.
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
We also provide Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.
Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.
Our Application Process
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Closing date: 8th April 2026
We may close the role earlier than the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications, so please ensure you apply early.
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