Data Engineer

Digi2al; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 81,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Digi2al in Portsmouth is seeking a Data Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines. You will translate complex data requirements into robust technical solutions and collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders.

You will mentor junior engineers, champion best practices, and participate in pair programming and planning sessions to boost team capabilities and ensure high-quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Data Engineer role focusing on designing and implementing robust data pipelines.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices within the team.
• Experience with pair programming and collaborative planning is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain robust data pipelines and data solutions.
• Tackle complex data challenges with stakeholders and engineers.
• Mentor junior data engineers and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to planning sessions and ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Python

PySpark

SQL

Java/Scala

ETL/ELT

Data Modelling

Git

Pair Programming

Mentorship

Communication

Distributed Data Processing

Tools

Git

Job description

Company

We are a full service digital partner to our clients, working with them at every stage of a project lifecycle. We cover diverse problems including data science, artificial intelligence, digital first and digital by default.

From discovering user needs, designing and prototyping personalised experiences, to helping them build contemporary digital services, we are experts in user research and experience, service design, front and back-end development, secure continuous deployment on cloud, DevOps and more. Our specialists are familiar with the breadth of contemporary technology patterns. Our programmes have developed new pattern libraries, design systems and development aspects, many of which are open source. We support the transition to live running, for critical services dealing with millions of transactions every day, including 24/7 support.

We are experts in agile working, helping our clients work in an agile user centred way; transparent, open and honest.

As a Data Engineer, you will take a leading role in designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining robust, scalable data pipelines and solutions. You will tackle complex data challenges, working closely with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into effective technical solutions.

Crucially, this role involves actively contributing to the team's growth and fostering a collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment. You will mentor junior data engineers, champion best practices, and participate actively in pair programming and planning sessions to enhance collective skills and ensure high-quality deliverables.

• Data Engineering: Strong proficiency in Python and at least one key programming language commonly used in data engineering (PySpark/SQL strongly preferred, Java/Scala beneficial).

• Data Modelling: Solid understanding and practical experience in designing and implementing effective data models (e.g., relational, dimensional) suitable for analytical and operational use cases.

• ETL/ELT Development: Deep understanding of ETL/ELT principles, patterns, and best practices for building robust data integration solutions.

• Large-Scale Data Handling: Experience working with large, complex datasets and understanding distributed data processing concepts.

• Problem Solving: Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with a proven ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues independently.

• Communication & Collaboration: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to work effectively within a team environment and write high quality documentation.

• Mentorship Aptitude: Demonstrable experience or a strong, genuine interest in mentoring junior colleagues, sharing knowledge, and fostering a supportive team culture. Experience with or enthusiasm for pair programming is essential.

• Version Control: Proficiency with Git for code management and collaboration.

• Demonstrable experience showing autonomy, influence, complexity management, strong business skills, and deep knowledge in data engineering.
  

Important Information

• Start Date: ASAP
• Contract Length: Initially 6 months with possible extension
• Location: Portsmouth
• On Site Requirements: 2-3 days p/w on site, with flex if needed
• Minimum Security Level: SC
• Nationality caveats for Security requirements: Sole British Citizen
• Day Rate: up to £510, depending on experience
• Outside IR35

Security Requirements

the post holder must be a sole British citizen to meet the criteria for national security vetting required by our client; dual nationality cannot be considered for this role.