Overview
We are seeking a Data Engineer with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, and data integration to design, build, and maintain reliable data pipelines and data solutions. The role will focus on ingesting data from internal systems and third-party platforms, including REST APIs, transforming and validating data, and delivering high-quality datasets for reporting, analytics, and operational use. This aligns with current SQL Server Data Engineer and integration-focused role patterns.
Working hours are: Monday to Thursday 08:00-16:30, and Friday 08:00 – 13:30.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain SQL Server databases, tables, views, stored procedures, and ETL/ELT pipelines.
* Write and optimize complex T-SQL queries for data extraction, transformation, reconciliation, and loading.
* Build and support integrations with RESTful APIs, including data ingestion, pagination handling, authentication, and error handling.
* Develop and maintain data interfaces between internal applications, external partners, and third-party systems.
Qualifications / Experience
* Bachelor?s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
* Proven experience in a Data Engineer, SQL Developer, Integration Engineer, or similar role.
* Advanced knowledge of T-SQL, including joins, CTEs, window functions, stored procedures, functions, and query optimization.
* Good understanding of JSON, XML, CSV, and other interchange formats.
* Strong understanding of performance tuning, indexing, execution plans, and database best practices.
* Ability to document solutions clearly and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Benefits
* Employee Assistance Program / Counselling
* On-site parking
* Training and development
* Company workwear provided
* Gym discount
* Free tea / coffee
* 1:30pm finish on Fridays
* Holidays 24 days + 8 bank holidays (FTE, pro-rated)
* Quarterly bonus scheme
* Specsavers vouchers
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