Data Engineer

Burns Sheehan Limited; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns Sheehan Limited in Hemel Hempstead is seeking a talented Junior Data Engineer to join a small, experienced data team. You will own and develop data pipelines using a modern cloud stack, with opportunities to grow your engineering skills and contribute to business decisions.

The role focuses on building pipelines, refining SQL and Python capabilities, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure data accuracy. Hybrid work with 3 days onsite and potential flexibility is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong SQL skills and understanding of data engineering fundamentals.
• Exposure to Python, AWS, Snowflake or similar modern data technologies.
• Understanding of data pipelines, transformation and data quality.
• Curious, proactive mindset and the confidence to solve problems independently.
• Interested in developing into a well-rounded Data Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining data pipelines using AWS, Snowflake and dbt.
• Writing and optimising SQL queries and developing your Python skills.
• Supporting data modelling, transformation, testing and reconciliation.
• Working with stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure data accuracy.
• Contributing to new data products and improvements across the platform.
• Learning from experienced engineers while gradually taking greater ownership of projects.

Skills

SQL fundamentals

Data engineering basics

Python exposure

AWS

Snowflake

dbt

Data quality

Problem solving

Tools

AWS

Snowflake

dbt

Job description

Hemel Hempstead | Hybrid, 3 days per week onsite (flexibility available)

Here at Burns Sheehan, we're working with a highly reputable, PE-backed business looking to bring a talented Junior Data Engineer into its data engineering function.

You'll be joining a small, experienced team working with a modern cloud data stack, where you'll have the opportunity to take real ownership, develop your engineering skills and contribute to projects that directly impact business decisions.

The business is already embracing AI-assisted engineering and Snowflake Cortex, alongside upcoming initiatives involving forecasting, customer behaviour, pricing and operational optimisation.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Building and maintaining data pipelines using AWS, Snowflake and dbt.
• Writing and optimising SQL queries and developing your Python skills.
• Supporting data modelling, transformation, testing and reconciliation.
• Working with stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure data accuracy.
• Contributing to new data products and improvements across the platform.
• Learning from experienced engineers while gradually taking greater ownership of projects.

What We're Looking For:

• Strong SQL skills and a good understanding of data engineering fundamentals.
• Exposure to Python, AWS, Snowflake or similar modern data technologies.
• An understanding of data pipelines, transformation and data quality.
• A curious, proactive mindset and the confidence to solve problems independently.
• Someone who enjoys learning new technologies and wants to develop into a well-rounded Data Engineer.

We're particularly interested in speaking with early-career Data Engineers or technically strong Data Analysts looking to transition into engineering.

You don't need to have worked with every technology listed. Strong fundamentals, curiosity and the ability to learn quickly are what matter most.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available.