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Job summary
Oakland is a tech-agnostic consultancy delivering data, AI, and software engineering solutions. As a Junior Engineer, you’ll work on a variety of client projects, building a broad skillset across data platforms, web apps, and AI-enabled solutions.
You’ll spend time delivering project work while learning new technologies, with support from senior engineers. A blended office model and ongoing development are offered.
Qualifications
- Around 1-2 years of commercial experience in software engineering, data engineering, or a related technical field.
Responsibilities
- Deliver project work under guidance of senior engineers and contribute to client projects.
- Invest time in learning and development to broaden technical skills across data and software engineering.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve problems and deliver value to clients.
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Job description
At Oakland, we help businesses unlock the power of their data. Whetherit'sdata strategy, governance, engineering, analytics, or AI, we work with our clients to turn data into real, impactful results. Our team is made up of friendly, hands‑on experts who love solving problems and making a difference. We don’t just advise, we roll up our sleeves and get stuck in, working alongside our clients every step of the way.
Founded in 1986 out of our Leeds HQ, we work with a diverse range of clients across all sorts of industries including Utilities, Telecommunications, Media, Financial Services, Public Sector, and many more! Our projects range from multi‑year data transformations to specific, shorter‑term assignments, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to diversify your skillset.
We meet high standards for social and environmental impact, transparency, and accountability. We believe businesses should be a force for good, so we make sure our decisions don’t just benefit the bottom line but also our people, communities, and the planet.
And it’s not just us saying we’re a great place to work... we were recently named a Top 5 Best Consultancy to work for in the UK through Best Companies! We’re all about creating an environment where people can grow, do meaningful work, and enjoy the journey.
In April 2025, Oakland was acquired by Softcat, a leading provider of IT infrastructure services to corporate and public sectors. By combining Oakland's deep expertise in data and AI consulting with Softcat's extensive portfolio and market presence, we can deliver unparalleled value and innovation to our clients. This partnership marks a significant milestone in our journey, and we’re looking forward to achieving great things together.
As a tech‑agnostic consultancy, Engineers at Oakland develop a broad range of technical skills. You'll be a programmer at heart, with a strong foundation in data or software engineering and a curiosity for learning new tools, technologies, and approaches.
No two projects are the same, so we encourage our Engineers to become technology polyglots and find the best solution to our clients' problems. You'll work alongside experienced colleagues across a variety of engagements, gaining exposure to different technologies while continuing to develop your technical expertise.
Our work spans data platform implementations, business intelligence, web applications, AI solutions, and much more. This means you'll have the opportunity to contribute to real client projects while growing into a well‑rounded technologist within our community of 25+ Engineers.
As a Junior Engineer, you'll spend much of your time delivering project work, supported by experienced team members. You'll also spend time investing in ongoing learning and development to build your skills and broaden your experience.
- Around 1-2 years of commercial experience in software engineering, data engineering, or a related technical field.
- Working knowledge of SQL, Python, and least one additional programming language such as C#, C++, JavaScript, or TypeScript.
- A willingness to learn new technologies and work across different areas of our technology stack.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and a collaborative approach to working within project teams.
- Exposure to modern data platforms such as Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, or Databricks.
- Experience developing web applications using React or similar front‑end frameworks.
- Familiarity with DevOps concepts such as Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Terraform, or Kubernetes.
- An interest in AI and emerging technologies, with some exposure to areas such as Generative AI, LLMs, RAG solutions, prompt engineering, or agentic applications.
- Azure certifications such as DP-900, DP-700, DP-600, AI-901 or other Azure data and AI certifications.
- Snowflake SnowPro Core.
- Equivalent certifications in cloud, data, AI, or software engineering technologies.
We operate a blended working model, with colleagues spending at least two days per week in the office, aligned to project team requirements. Occasional travel to client sites may also be required.
This balance helps us stay connected, learn from each other, and build strong relationships – both within our team and with the businesses we support.
- Health & Wellbeing– Private Healthcare from day one for you and your household, including dental cover, physiotherapy, mental health support, and access to a range of wellbeing services to keep you feeling your best.
- Discretionary Bonus– Your hard work won’t go unnoticed. When we do well, you’ll do well.
- Generous Pension– 10% employer contribution, plus flexible options so you can adjust to your investment preferences.
- Giving Back– Support causes you care about with our Payroll Giving Scheme and Matched Charitable Giving program.
- Bike to Work Scheme– Save money, stay active, and enjoy tax savings on a new bike.
- Family‑Friendly Policies– We support all paths to parenthood with:
- Enhanced Maternity Pay – 16 weeks full pay, 10 weeks half pay.
- Enhanced Paternity Pay – 2 weeks full pay, 2 weeks half pay.
- Adoption, Surrogacy & Shared Parental Leave.
- Fertility Treatment Support – Because your family matters.
- Time to Recharge– 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (and your allowance grows the longer you’re with us!).
- Learning & Development– We invest in you with:
- Personalised development plans tailored to your goals.
- Full support for certifications.
- Access to The Oakland Academy for a suite of learning materials.
- An annual Personal Learning Budget to upskill in ways that matter to you.
- Refer & Earn– Know someone great? If they join us, you’ll get a referral bonus as a thank you.
At Oakland, we believe that diverse perspectives drive better outcomes – for our people, our clients, and our business. Our commitment to DEIB is not just about policies; it’s about creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and empowered to thrive.
We are building a truly inclusive Oakland where you can be yourself – no matter your background, gender, age, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic that makes you, you.
Every interviewer completes recruitment and unconscious bias training, and our hiring process is skills‑based and structured to ensure fairness and consistency for all candidates.
If you require any reasonable accommodations to make your interview experience more accessible, our Talent team is here to help – just let us know.
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