Data Engineer

Community Eye Care; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Preston is seeking a Data Engineer to design and maintain data infrastructure vital for delivering high-quality care. Responsibilities include developing ETL pipelines, collaborating with teams, and ensuring data accuracy. Candidates should have experience with large datasets, data modelling, and strong programming skills, particularly in Python. The position offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits, including annual leave and career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Data Engineer or Software Engineer with database expertise.
• Proficient with handling large datasets and complex pipelines.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or Scala.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain data infrastructure for efficient processing.
• Develop scalable ETL pipelines for data integration.
• Collaborate with teams to create data solutions and reports.

Skills

Data engineering experience

ETL processes

Python programming

Data modelling

Data security knowledge

Big data processing frameworks

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Data integration tools

Job description

We are always looking for great talent to join our team and help achieve our ambitious goals and growth. We care about our people and the future of community health, and how CHEC can play an innovative part in making this great with your help.

If you are care focused and looking to join an organisation that is thriving on/Product on success, then CHEC is your employer of choice! We have an exciting opportunity to join us as we continue to expand throughout the UK.

About the Role

The role holder will be accountable for designing, building and maintaining the data infrastructure and pipelines that enable efficient and accurate data collection, storage, processing and analysis.

The role holder will collaborate with cross‑functional teams including analysts, software engineers and key stakeholders to create and maintain data solutions that are crucial in delivering high‑quality care for our patients.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and optimise data storage systems including databases, data warehouses and data lakes to efficiently handle large volumes of structured and unstructured émotions.
• Develop and maintain scalable ETL pipelines to extract, transform and load data from various sources into the target data systems.
• Create and manage data schemas, data models and data dictionaries to facilitate data governance and ensure data consistency and standardisation.
• Develop data integration solutions to enable seamless and secure data flow between different systems.
• Implement data cleansing, validation and enrichment processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness and quality.
• Work with analysts and software engineers to understand requirements and provide data engineering reports.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in data pipelines and optimise data processing and query performance.
• Implement monitoring systems and processes to track data pipeline health, identify issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand data requirements and provide them with necessary reports, dashboards and data visualisations.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback and contribute to improving data engineering best practices and standards.

What You’ll Bring

• Some previous experience as a Data Engineer in a fast‑paced business or as a Software Engineer with strong database or data platform experience.
• Experience handling large datasets and complex data pipelines.
• Experience with big data processing frameworks and technologies.
• Experience with data modelling and designing efficient data structures.
• Experience with data integration and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes.
• Experience in data cleansing, validation and enrichment processes.
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java or Scala.
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and dimensional modelling.
• Understanding of data security privacy and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in data integration and ETL tools.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to understand complex data structures.
• Capable of identifying data quality issues troubleshooting ebooks and implementing effective solutions.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure.
• Software engineering specifically Python.

Why Work for Us

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Buy and sell annual leave scheme.
• Refer a friend scheme.
• Company pension.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Bluelight Card – 100s of discount and cashback options.
• Career development opportunities dedicated reward framework and multiple learning opportunities.
• Performance review with a training and development plan.
• Great team and working environment.

About CHEC

kids 2012 CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional timely locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care.

CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub‑and‑spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community‑based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England including ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services.

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As An Employer

Good relationships are built on trust integrity and honesty the values that underpin CHECs commitment to the delivery of patient focused services. We strongly believe in a strong and open relationships with our employees.

As an employer CHEC offers a great place to work and an enthusiastic team to work within.

Access to Work

Get support if you have a disability or health condition: CHEC is committed to ensuring everyone has equal access and opportunity throughout the recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have any general queries regarding this position, please contact a member of our team.

Job Details

Job Title: Data Engineer
Location: Preston Fulwood
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday – Friday 37.5 Hours

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