Senior Data Engineer

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Overview

We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer on a contract basis to enhance and optimize data pipelines within a Databricks Lakehouse environment. This role, which requires working one day a week on-site, involves collaborating with a high-impact team to ensure the delivery of clean, scalable, and high-quality data for analytics and reporting. The position is available for an initial 7-month period with the possibility of extension, focusing on a greenfield project.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and optimise data pipelines using ELT/ETL best practices.
  • Migrate and transform data into a Databricks Lakehouse architecture.
  • Ensure data quality, reliability, and scalability for analytics and reporting.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver robust solutions aligned with business needs.
  • Support production environments and troubleshoot performance issues.

Requirements

  • 7+ years of experience in Data Engineering with expertise in cloud-based data platforms.
  • Proven ability to design and optimize pipelines for large-scale data processing.
  • Hands-on experience with Databricks and Azure.
  • Proficient in tools such as DBT, Python, PySpark, and SQL.
SkillsPython, SQL, Data Engineering, Azure
LocationMilton Keynes
TypeHybrid
Rate£500-£525/day
SourceLinkedIn
Posted22/11/25