Data Engineer

Leidos; West of England, Farnborough, Whiteley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

33 days Annual Leave

Flexible benefits

Flexible Working Scheme

Job summary

Leidos UK & Europe is seeking Data Engineers for future vacancies across Bristol, Farnborough or Whiteley (Hampshire). This role requires strong data engineering fundamentals and the ability to design modern data products for government and commercial programmes.

You will work with programme teams and solution engineers, contributing to bid and delivery efforts while navigating security clearance requirements. Leidos emphasizes growth, learning, and enabling staff development across the UK.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Data Engineer or a background in Data Management.
• Data Modelling and Database Design.
• Data Platform Modernisation.
• Biometric Data Management and associated legislation.
• Data Science / Analytics.
• Predictive Scaling techniques.
• Data Warehousing & Business Intelligence.
• Data Migration.
• Metadata Management.
• Stakeholder Management & Data Governance.
• Pre‑sales content contribution and pricing for new business pursuits.
• Large‑scale Data Management (petabytes).
• Understanding or experience working within a Scaled Agile, or Agile delivery methodology.
• Understanding of operating within a secure by design delivery approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide data engineer skills and produce solution designs as part of both bid and delivery processes
• Work with delivery teams to design and implement modern, scalable data products using a range of new and emerging technologies
• Lead on all data solution aspects including setting data standards and providing your deep technical expertise to Leidos programme teams
• Utilise the concepts and principles of data modelling and produce relevant data models across multiple subject areas
• Collaborate with customers on all aspects of data management including the assurance and integration of data services to meet the needs of multiple lines of business
• Recognise and exploit business opportunity by leveraging data engineering and design best practice
• Communicate effectively across organisational, technical and political boundaries, understanding the context

Skills

Data Engineer

Data Modelling

Database Design

Data Platform Modernisation

Data Science / Analytics

Predictive Scaling

Data Warehousing

Data Migration

Metadata Management

Data Governance

Pre‑sales content

Agile delivery

Security by design

Job description

We Need You...

Join Our Talent Community : Leidos UK & EUROPE are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our company and would love to hear from you.

Location:

Future vacancies could be available in Bristol, Farnborough or Whiteley (Hampshire).

The Role:

Due to growth within UK programmes, we will need talented Data Engineers throughout the course of 2026.

If you have a full understanding of the principles of Data Engineering and prior experience as a Data Engineer we would love to hear from you.

Being part of the Leidos team is a commitment to push yourself and those around you to do better, constantly adapt and learn new technologies. We're a passionate team and are committed to developing and growing our staff.

Leidos is a global science and technology solutions leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in the defence, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. The company's 33,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Data Engineer, you will work alongside our Programme Teams, Business Development Teams and Solution Engineers you will also help to provide solutions for strategic customers', supporting business outcomes for critical national industries. You will need to be eligible to undergo security clearance.

You will focus on the use of modern technologies across a wide range of industries, leaning towards government organisations and national security agencies.

You will be responsible for:

• Provide data engineer skills and produce solution designs as part of both bid and delivery processes
• Work with delivery teams to design and implement modern, scalable data products using a range of new and emerging technologies
• Lead on all data solution aspects including setting data standards and providing your deep technical expertise to Leidos programme teams
• Utilise the concepts and principles of data modelling and produce relevant data models across multiple subject areas
• Collaborate with customers on all aspects of data management including the assurance and integration of data services to meet the needs of multiple lines of business
• Recognise and exploit business opportunity by leveraging data engineering and design best practice
• Communicate effectively across organisational, technical and political boundaries, understanding the context

Who Do We Need?

We are looking for someone with excellent organisation, communication and leadership skills who has:

• Previous experience as a Data Engineer or a background in Data Management
• Data Modelling and Database Design
• Data Platform Modernisation
• Biometric Data Management and associated legislation
• Data Science / Analytics
• Predictive Scaling techniques
• Data Warehousing & Business Intelligence
• Data Migration
• Metadata Management
• Stakeholder Management & Data Governance
• Pre‑sales content contribution and pricing for new business pursuits
• Large‑scale Data Management (petabytes)
• Understanding or experience working within a Scaled Agile, or Agile delivery methodology
• Understanding of operating within a secure by design delivery approach

Clearance Requirements:

Clearance for Role SC

You must be willing to undergo SC or DV clearance dependent upon the security requirements for the role

What we do for you:

At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work‑life balance.

We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:

• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
• Flexible Working Scheme

Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.

Who We Are:

Leidos UK & EUROPE - we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient thro