At CGI, we’re helping to transform the future of healthcare through the power of data. As a Senior Data Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing, building, and optimising data platforms that underpin critical national services. Working at the heart of our Healthcare team, you’ll use your expertise in AWS, Databricks, and Python to deliver high‑impact solutions that improve outcomes, enhance decision‑making, and drive innovation across the sector.
CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching). We are committed to inclusivity and building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and build data pipelines using Databricks, Apache Spark, and Python.
* Create scalable data solutions on AWS leveraging S3, Glue, Lambda and related services.
* Implement ETL processes and data lake/lakehouse architectures that ensure accuracy and reliability.
* Partner with technical and business stakeholders to translate requirements into effective data solutions.
* Ensure compliance with data governance, NHS standards and security frameworks.
* Drive continuous improvement across data engineering practices and technologies.
Required Qualifications
To excel in this role, you’ll bring strong data engineering expertise and hands‑on experience in cloud‑based data solutions, ideally within regulated or complex environments such as healthcare. You’ll be confident in both the technical and consultative aspects of data delivery.
You Should Have
* Proven experience as a Data Engineer working with large, complex datasets.
* Hands‑on expertise with Databricks, Apache Spark, and SQL.
* Strong proficiency in Python (PySpark preferred).
* Experience with AWS cloud services including S3, Glue, Lambda and IAM.
* Familiarity with ETL design, data modelling and data lake/lakehouse concepts.
* Understanding of data governance and compliance frameworks.
* Experience in the healthcare sector or knowledge of NHS data standards (advantageous).
* Eligibility for BPSS (and ideally SC) clearance.
Skills
* Apache Spark
* ETL
* MS SQL Server
* Python
* Data Modeling
Why Join CGI
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. You will be supported by leaders who care about your health and well‑being and have opportunities to deepen your skills. CGI is a partner rather than just an employee, with share schemes and a collaborative culture that encourages innovative solutions.
Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position based in Leeds.
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