Data Engineer

Experis UK; Bristol, Greater London, Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis UK is seeking candidates for a data engineering role in Bristol, London, or Manchester. This position focuses on employing the Palantir platform to design and optimise data pipelines, and it requires hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry. Applicants must possess strong skills in Python or TypeScript, as well as data governance principles. A valid UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance is necessary. The role involves collaboration with agile teams to deliver impactful solutions in the Defence & Security sector.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry and/or Gotham.
• Strong background in data engineering, including ETL and pipeline development.
• Experience working with batch, streaming, and unstructured data.
• Proficiency in Python and/or TypeScript.
• Understanding of data modelling, system design, and scalable architectures.
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and security principles.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity with SDLC, version control, and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimise data pipelines and ETL workflows within Palantir Foundry.
• Develop scalable data models and architect robust Foundry solutions.
• Transform complex, multi-source data into structured, high-quality assets.
• Implement data governance, lineage, and quality frameworks.
• Develop applications within the Palantir ecosystem (low-code and pro-code).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using agile methodologies.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.

Skills

Palantir Foundry

Data engineering

ETL development

Python

TypeScript

Data governance

Agile methodologies

Job description

Bristol, London or Manchester

DV Clearance Eligible Required

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity to join a growing Technology & Transformation capability supporting high-impact Defence & Security programmes. This role sits at the intersection of data engineering, architecture, and business transformation, delivering mission-critical solutions using the Palantir platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimise data pipelines and ETL workflows within Palantir Foundry
• Develop scalable data models and architect robust Foundry solutions
• Transform complex, multi-source data into structured, high-quality assets
• Implement data governance, lineage, and quality frameworks
• Develop applications within the Palantir ecosystem (low-code and pro-code)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams using agile methodologies
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions that deliver measurable outcomes

Required Experience & Skills

• Hands-on experience with Palantir Foundry and/or Gotham
• Strong background in data engineering, including ETL and pipeline development
• Experience working with batch, streaming, and unstructured data
• Proficiency in Python and/or TypeScript
• Understanding of data modelling, system design, and scalable architectures
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and security principles
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Familiarity with SDLC, version control, and CI/CD practices

Security Requirements

Candidates must have an active UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance.