Data Engineer

X4 Technology; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital and data consultancy is seeking an experienced Data Engineer to design and deliver scalable, cloud-based data solutions for a diverse range of clients. This role requires live DV clearance and involves working alongside cross-disciplinary teams to tackle complex data challenges. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with Java, Python, Scala, Spark, and SQL, as well as an analytical mindset. This position offers exciting opportunities in a supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Live & active DV clearance is required for this role.
• Experience in secure public sector / government environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.
• Experience with big data architectures and data pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and deploy production-grade data pipelines.
• Work cross-functionally in Agile delivery teams.
• Process and integrate large volumes of structured and unstructured data.
• Collaborate in whiteboarding sessions and contribute to technical improvements.

Skills

Java

Python

Scala

Spark

SQL

Problem-solving

Analytical mindset

Tools

AWS

Job description

Job Title : Data Engineer

Location : Hybrid (UK wide, multiple roles)

Employment Type : Permanent

Salary : Competitive

Start Date : Immediate

Industry : IT Services & Consulting

DV clearance is required for this role due to the secure nature of the projects.

A leading digital and data consultancy is growing its Digital & Data community and is looking for an experienced Data Engineer to help design and deliver scalable, cloud-based data solutions for a wide range of clients.

You’ll work alongside product, design and engineering specialists in cross-disciplinary teams, bringing ideas to life through high-quality, user‑centred software and data platforms. This is an opportunity to work on varied, complex projects, influence technical direction, and grow your career in an environment that values curiosity, innovation and excellence.

Data Engineer – Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and deploy production‑grade data pipelines from ingestion through to consumption
• Work cross-functionally in Agile delivery teams, solving complex data problems with clients
• Process and integrate large volumes of structured and unstructured data
• Build data ingestion and curation pipelines using AWS‑native and custom solutions
• Collaborate in live whiteboarding sessions and asynchronous team working
• Contribute to internal initiatives and technical improvements across the data practice

Data Engineer – Key Skills Required

• Live & active DV clearance is required for this role
• Experience within secure public sector / government environments is key
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical mindset
• Experience designing and delivering data pipelines within big data architectures
• Hands‑on experience with Java, Python, Scala, Spark and SQL
• Experience extracting and transforming data via APIs, scripts and SQL queries
• Experience processing large‑scale data sets and integrating multiple data sources on AWS

Please apply now if this role is of interest.