Data Engineer

Department for Business and Trade

The Department for Business and Trade aims to boost the economy by facilitating business growth, investment, and exportation. They focus on creating a robust business environment, opening international markets, and partnering with businesses. Their Digital, Data and Technology directorate drives this mission with strategic tools and services, earning recognition for innovation.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Design, build, and test data products by integrating feeds from various systems.
• Implement technologies for resilient, scalable, and future-proof data solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve common data issues with standard solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals and deliverables.
• Support users in utilizing data tools and resolve any issues promptly.
• Advocate and develop best practices within the team.
• Organize team-building and professional development initiatives.
• Mentor and manage junior team members' development.
• Stay updated on the latest trends and improvements in data engineering.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Learning and development tailored to your role.
• Flexible working environment.
• Inclusive and diverse culture.
• Civil Service pension with employer contributions.

This role requires you to have:

• Proficiency in SQL and Python.
• Experience in developing and maintaining enterprise data solutions.
• Quality assurance and testing experience, e.g., using pytest.
• Command line and Git proficiency.
• Experience with automation, CI/CD workflows using GitHub actions.
• Experience in agile methodologies.
• Line management or mentoring experience.

You would benefit from having:

• Experience with AWS and Terraform.
• Familiarity with Docker and container workflows.

This role requires SC clearance and residency in the UK for at least 3 of the last 5 years. The Civil Service embraces diversity and offers support for candidates with disabilities and prison leavers. Travel costs to primary office locations are not covered.