Data Engineer

Leidos; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Data Engineer in Farnborough. The role involves developing data solutions, collaborating with teams, and utilizing skills in SQL and AWS. The company values innovation and offers a supportive work environment with flexible working options.

Benefits

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in Postgres Database administration.
• Proficiency in SQL programming, especially with PostgreSQL.
• Experience with AWS Database services.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and operate data environments in the cloud.
• Collaborate with engineering, testing, and dev-ops teams.
• Debug and resolve data processing and analytics issues.

Skills

SQL

Postgres Database administration

AWS

Communication

Tools

Python

Job description

Description

Senior Data Engineer

Location: Farnborough, with flexibility to work from home depending on business demands

The Role:

We are looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join us on a permanent basis. We need talented individuals to apply their software development and data engineering skills to solve problems with data across various critical UK sectors.

We are on a mission to ensure that Leidos stands out in an increasingly popular marketplace. This involves creating innovative solutions to problems through design, implementation, and testing of systems and services with a focus on scalability and sustainability.

What will I be doing?

You will collaborate closely with the Data Architect, Senior Data Engineers, and fellow Data Engineers as part of a team. Our team includes both seasoned experts and intermediate-level engineers. It’s a great environment to utilize your skills, learn from others, and contribute to one of the top-performing teams in the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work within a team of peer Data Engineers in an Agile manner
• Build, maintain, and operate data environments in the cloud
• Debug and resolve data processing and analytics issues
• Proactively evaluate and develop tools and technologies to improve data platforms
• Support the development of data integration and processing processes
• Collaborate with engineering, testing, and dev-ops teams
• Assist in creating project plans, identifying risks, and developing mitigation strategies
• Support migration of test and sensitive production data
• Provide operational support in a 3rd Tier support capacity

What does Leidos need from me?

• Experience in Postgres Database administration
• Proficiency in SQL programming, especially with PostgreSQL (PL-SQL experience is a plus)
• Ability to resolve SQL performance issues
• Experience with AWS Database services such as RDS and Aurora
• Experience leading a team of Data Engineers in an Agile/Scrum environment
• Good communication skills
• Experience estimating task effort and dependencies

The following skills are advantageous:

• Experience with AWS Aurora or similar RDS managed databases
• Large-scale data migration experience
• Familiarity with DB2 and Oracle
• Scripting skills, e.g., Python
• Expertise with AWS Data Migration Services (DMS)

Clearance Requirements:

This role requires attainment and maintenance of DV clearance.

What we do for you:

At Leidos, we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team, and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful careers, a collaborative culture, and support your career goals, all while promoting a healthy work-life balance.

Our benefits include:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, holiday purchase options, cycle to work scheme)

Dynamic Working

Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applications from all parts of the community and are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, value all perspectives, and provide equal opportunities. If you have a disability or need adjustments during the application process, please let us know.

Who We Are:

Leidos UK & EUROPE – we make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science.

Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative solutions focused on safeguarding capabilities and transforming frontline services. Our UK work includes addressing complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety, security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: Use your passion and skills at Leidos to keep people safe. We are leaders in machine learning, AI, cybersecurity, and solutions, helping to build a safer world and inspiring change.

Collaboration: Enjoy flexible working options to be part of our team. We support working from home, the office, or on-site with the right digital tools.

People: We empower individuals from all backgrounds, offering opportunities to learn, grow, and be inspired. We invest in training, career development, and growth opportunities.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: The job may remain open for at least 3 days, with a close date no earlier than 3 days after posting.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range is a guideline only and not a guarantee. Factors influencing compensation include responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, and legal considerations.

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