ICT Senior Data Engineer

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking an ICT Senior Data Engineer to manage data migration from SQL to Azure cloud solutions. The successful candidate will lead integration of various management information systems and ensure compliance with UK GDPR regulations. This role allows for a flexible working arrangement while contributing to innovative data solutions in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Employee benefits including pension scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Generous annual leave allowance

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Fluency in the Welsh language, with support provided if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead migration of SQL databases to Azure.
• Develop ETL strategies for data transition.
• Ensure compliance with UK GDPR regulations.

Skills

Data Management

SQL

Azure

API Integration

Welsh Language Skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Please note that the advertised salary for this position is subject to a pending pay award. The final salary will be adjusted in line with the nationally agreed pay award.

Join Our Team as a ICT Senior Data Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer to join our team. This role focuses on managing and transitioning data from traditional on-premises SQL environments to Azure cloud solutions, with a special emphasis on master data management using MS Azure SQL. The successful candidate will be key in integrating various Management Information System (MIS) databases with Azure master data repositories. Ceredigion County Council is a leading, innovative organisation supporting the citizens of Ceredigion.

Why Join Us:

• Join an innovative and forward-thinking company that values employee growth and development.
• Collaborate with a talented and diverse team of professionals passionate about technology.
• Enjoy a flexible and supportive work environment that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the project to migrate on-premises SQL databases to Azure, ensuring minimal disruption to services.
• Develop and execute strategies for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) to transition from on-premises to Azure environments.
• Database Integration: connect on-premises MIS systems to Azure SQL databases and integrate cloud-based MIS systems through API connections to Azure master data, facilitating seamless data exchange using identifiers like Gazetteer UPRN (Unique Property Reference Number).
• Ensure all data handling complies with UK GDPR and other relevant regulations.

Requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

In addition, we require an individual with a degree of fluency in the Welsh language. A successful applicant without the required Welsh language skill will be fully supported to reach the desired standard within two years of appointment.

In exchange for your skills and commitment, we will offer a range of employee benefits including a competitive annual leave allowance and flexible working arrangements. Work will be mostly remote, with occasional attendance at meetings in the office as required. More information about our wide range of employee benefits can be found here.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

What we offer

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development opportunities

Where you'll work

Customer Contact & ICT

Our service supports residents of Ceredigion through advice, support, ICT, reception, and mailroom services. Our functions include:

• Civil Registration: Births, deaths, and marriages.
• Corporate Customer Services: Blue badge, contact centre, mailroom, scanning, receptions.
• ICT and Information Management: Archives, modern records, ICT support, infrastructure, security, project and application support, reprographics, technical support, software development.
• Library Services

Canolfan Rheidol in Aberystwyth, our award-winning office, offers an excellent space for collaborative working with its open plan design.

Aberystwyth is a lively university town and seaside resort, known for its promenade and pier, and as the setting of the TV drama Hinterland.