Data Engineer

University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Portsmouth is seeking a Data Engineer to support the development, maintenance and enhancement of the BI Data Platform, including the enterprise Data Warehouse, Lakehouse and reporting environments.

You will design, develop and support data integration processes, pipelines, data models and reporting solutions to enable effective operational and strategic decision‑making across the University. Hybrid working is available, with some days in Portsmouth.

Qualifications

• Experience in data engineering, data integration and BI is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support data integration processes, pipelines, data models and reporting solutions for the BI Data Platform.

Job description

Welcome to the University of Portsmouth's Job Board. This platform is your gateway to exciting career opportunities within our institution, please browse through our diverse range of vacancies in academic, administrative, technical, and support roles. We value equality, diversity, inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. As a global employer of choice our exceptional people will work in collaboration to achieve excellence - together we are Portsmouth. Search and apply for jobs with us, and keep up to date with any applications you make. Use the keyword search below to find roles that closely match your skills and interests. You can also receive an alert every time a job becomes available that matches your skills by signing up for job alerts.

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:

The Data Engineer will support the development, maintenance and enhancement of the Business Intelligence Data Platform, including the enterprise Data Warehouse, Lakehouse and reporting environments. The post holder will design, develop and support data integration processes, pipelines, data models and reporting solutions that enable effective operational and strategic decision-making across the University.

Working closely with colleagues, business users and system specialists, the role holder will help ensure that data is accurate, accessible and reliable, contributing to the delivery of high-quality analytics and self-service reporting capabilities.

Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role.

Interviews are currently anticipated to be held between 29 October 2026 and 2 November 2026.

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Katie Simms at [e-mail]

Employer, External Only: University of Portsmouth Academic Services Ltd (UASL)

Discover the advantages of joining our university. We offer a range of attractive benefits and opportunities to enhance your work experience:

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.

Salary Information:

New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy.

UKVI Statement

Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement:

We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect.Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

University House, Winston Churchill Ave, Portsmouth PO1 2UP