Data Engineer

MBDA S.A.S.; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent defence organization is seeking an experienced Data Engineer to evaluate, design, deploy, and optimize data sets. The role involves ensuring secure data pipelines and collaborating with various internal teams. Offering a salary of approximately £45,000 - £55,000, the position allows for hybrid working conditions. Candidates will also benefit from a company performance bonus, generous pension contributions, and enhanced parental leave among other perks.

Benefits

Company bonus up to £2,500

Maximum total pension contribution of up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Up to 15 additional flexi leave days

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced parental leave benefits

Subsidised meals on site

Qualifications

• Experience with SQL and noSQL technologies essential.
• Proficient in Python for development tasks.
• Familiarity with ETL, API, and data processing methods.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, design, deploy, and support data sets.
• Ensure data pipelines are resilient and secure.
• Collaborate with internal customers on data optimization.

Skills

SQL technologies

noSQL technologies

Data exchange and processing

Development (Python)

Big data technologies

Knowledge in NLP

Knowledge in OCR

Knowledge in Generative AI

Experience in containerisation

Knowledge in industrial/defence sector

Job description

Responsibilities

The MBDA IM GenAI delivery Office department is looking for an experienced data engineer who can evaluate, design, deploy, improve and support MBDA data sets. You will ensure MBDA data pipelines are designed to be resilient, secure and responsive and collaborate with different internal customers to optimise and secure their data for their needs.

Qualifications / Skills

• SQL technologies (e.g. MS SQL, Oracle)
• noSQL technologies (e.g. MongoDB, InfluxDB, Neo4J)
• Data exchange and processing (ETL, ESB, API)
• Development (Python)
• Big data technologies (Hadoop stack)
• Knowledge in NLP (Natural Language Processing)
• Knowledge in OCR (Object Character Recognition)
• Knowledge in Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) would be advantageous
• Experience in containerisation technologies (Docker) would be advantageous
• Knowledge in the industrial and / or defence sector would be advantageous

MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom.

We are proud of our employee‑led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more. We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process.

Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X (@MBDA_UK), Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. Together, we shape the future of defence. We work with purpose, knowing that every advancement provides better, smarter and more effective defence capabilities to the UK and its allies. Regarded as one of the most trusted suppliers of defence solutions in Europe, we have a relationship with the UK military spanning back over 70 years.

Salary & Working Conditions

Salary: Circa £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience. Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2‑3 days per week on‑site due to workload classification. Security Clearance: British Citizen. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. All successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team.

Benefits

• Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year)
• Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14%
• Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
• Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave – enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments
• Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more...