Data Engineer

Westmorland and Furness Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority is seeking a Data Engineer to manage and optimise their data infrastructure. The position offers hybrid working and is vital for enhancing service delivery through data-driven insights. Candidates should demonstrate technical skills in data management and a passion for using data for community impact. The role provides opportunities to work on significant projects and collaborate with innovative teams, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

competitive pension scheme

enhanced annual leave allowance

discounts schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in designing, building, and maintaining data infrastructure for efficient collection.
• Knowledge of data modelling and architecture in enterprise-level contexts.
• Hands-on expertise with ETL processes and pipeline orchestration.

Responsibilities

• Work with Microsoft Fabric to build and optimise data infrastructure.
• Contribute to meaningful projects that drive smarter decisions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve data processes.

Skills

data infrastructure design

data modelling and architecture

ETL processes

Azure Data Factory

data integration from multiple sources

data warehouse management

data governance tools

strong communication

Job description

Location: Penrith, Kendal or Barrow - hybrid working is available

At Westmorland and Furness Council, we’re ambitious about the future. We want to harness the power of data to transform how we deliver services, support our communities, and shape a better future for everyone.

We’re investing in our Data and Insight Team, a forward-thinking group that champions innovation and continuous improvement. As a Data Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of this journey — working with Microsoft Fabric to build and optimise our data infrastructure. Your expertise will drive the delivery of our single enterprise data model and bring our corporate Data Strategy to life.

This role is about more than data pipelines and architecture — it’s about enabling smarter decisions, better outcomes, and real impact across our communities. You’ll have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with passionate colleagues, and help us push the boundaries of what’s possible in local government.

Who we are looking for…

We want someone who is not just technically skilled, but curious, innovative, and excited about using data to make a difference.

You should bring:

• Experience in designing, building, and maintaining data infrastructure for efficient collection, storage, and processing
• Knowledge of data modelling and architecture, ideally with experience of supporting enterprise-level data models
• Hands-on expertise with ETL processes and pipeline orchestration, ideally using Azure Data Factory
• Ability to integrate data from multiple sources including internal systems, open data, and third-party APIs
• Experience in creating and managing data warehouses to support analysis, reporting, and performance optimisation
• An understanding of data tools for governance, AI, and reporting integration
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, actionable insights

Experience in the public sector within a transformational data role would be an advantage, but it’s not essential. What matters most is your ability to bring ideas to the table, solve problems creatively, and work as part of a team that thrives on innovation.

What can we offer you!

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Application and Interview information

Closing date: Sunday 5th October 2025

Interview date: w/c Monday 13th October 2025