Junior Data Engineer

Everton Football Club; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Junior Data Engineer to join their Performance Insights team. This full-time role is focused on implementing data solutions that enhance the Academy’s performance objectives. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a STEM subject, strong SQL and Python skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• High proficiency in SQL and Python is essential for this role.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment among a motivated team.

Responsibilities

• Implement and develop data solutions for the Academy’s performance data strategy.
• Collaborate with skilled data experts within the team.
• Continuously review and update the data strategy.

Skills

SQL

Python

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in STEM subject

Job description

About Everton

Everton Football Club is one of the world’s most respected and revered names, renowned for innovation, professionalism and community. With a history spanning three centuries, the club’s motto Nil Satis Nisi Optimum drives its pursuit of excellence. As a founder member of both the Football League and Premier League, the men’s senior team boasts the most top‑flight appearances, winning nine league titles, five FA Cups and a European Cup Winners’ Cup. From the 2025/26 season, the club will play at the state‑of‑the‑art Hill Dickinson Stadium, a 52,888‑capacity new home on the banks of Liverpool’s iconic River Mersey. We remain committed to developing and supporting teams across the Men’s, Women’s and Academy set‑ups that inspire and continue to compete at the highest level of the game.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an aspiring and highly motivated individual pursuing a career in professional sport and data to join our Performance Insights team at Finch Farm as a Junior Data Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Academy Performance Data Strategy, including the design, development, and delivery of data solutions that support the Academy’s footballing objectives.
• Continuously review and update the strategy to ensure it remains current and relevant to the needs of the Academy.
• Collaborate with highly experienced and skilled data experts within the department, learning from diverse backgrounds and skillsets in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree level (or equivalent) in a STEM subject or comparable experience.
• Demonstrated ability to continuously improve and upskill through additional qualifications or independent research projects.
• High proficiency in using SQL and Python to work with and manipulate real‑world data tasks.
• Effective communication with all stakeholders, demonstrating how data can impact on‑pitch performance.
• Ability to thrive as part of a cohesive, highly motivated team that shares the belief that data and insights can have a significant impact on the Club’s success.

Job Details

• Permanent role based at Finch Farm training ground in Liverpool (Halewood).
• Full‑time, 40 hours per week.
• Closing date: Friday 14th November 2025 (vacancy may be closed early if substantial applications are received).

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Equity & Inclusion

Everton is committed to ensuring everyone is respected, celebrated, and empowered for who they are, regardless of their identity. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds and those from racially diverse communities. We are dedicated to supporting the physical and mental/emotional wellbeing of all our people. Should you have a disability or long‑term health condition and require reasonable adjustments to be made to the application, interview or onboarding process, please let us know by contacting the Talent Acquisition Team via email [e-mail].

To support our pledge to diversify our organisation and through our commitment to the FA’s Football Leadership Diversity Code, Everton welcomes applications from people of all walks of life. As part of our commitment to Disability, Inclusion and Accessibility we are more than happy to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process should you require.