Data Scientist

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Northern Ireland is seeking a motivated Data Engineer for a hybrid position based in Belfast. The role offers opportunities to collaborate on enterprise-scale data solutions, learn from experienced engineers, and contribute to modern data infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in SQL, Python, and cloud technologies, with a passion for data transformation and analytics.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of relational databases and SQL.
• Familiarity with Python and data warehousing concepts.
• Exposure to Azure or similar cloud platforms is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines and data models.
• Support testing, validation, and optimisation of data processes.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data needs.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analysis

Cloud technologies

ETL/ELT processes

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Azure

DevOps tools

Job description

Data Engineer
Location: Hybrid (Belfast-based) | Full-time | Career development opportunity

We're looking for a motivated Data Engineer to join a dynamic and supportive team working on enterprise-scale data solutions. This is an ideal role for someone with a strong foundation in SQL and Python, and a passion for building data pipelines, working with cloud technologies, and transforming raw data into actionable insights.

You'll collaborate closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to integrate, model, and maintain large datasets from multiple sources, ensuring data quality and reliability. You'll be involved in designing and optimising data workflows, supporting analytical and reporting initiatives, and contributing to the ongoing development of our modern data infrastructure.

This is a hands-on role where you'll learn fast, take ownership of tasks, and help bring clarity to business decisions through high-quality, well-documented data processes.

What you'll do:

• Develop and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines and data models

• Support testing, validation, and optimisation of data processes

• Work with cloud technologies (Azure preferred) and modern DevOps tools

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data needs

• Create technical documentation to support transparency and knowledge sharing

What you'll bring:

• Degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related discipline

• Solid understanding of relational databases and SQL

• Familiarity with Python and data warehousing concepts

• A strong analytical mindset and eagerness to learn

• Exposure to Azure or similar cloud platforms is desirable

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your data engineering career in a highly supportive and forward-thinking environment.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Jess Ritchie, IT Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group 028 95685491 or click the apply button below.

If this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group www.mcsgroup.jobs to view a wide selection of our current jobs or give us a call 028 9023 5456.

All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.