SC Cleared - Data Engineer (Databricks / Azure)

Montash; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is looking for an experienced Data Engineer with SC Clearance to support a large-scale public sector digital transformation programme. The role involves designing and developing data pipelines for migrating data to cloud environments. Candidates should have strong hands-on experience with Databricks and a proven track record in data migration or cloud transformation projects. This is a fully remote position with a competitive day rate of up to £400.

Qualifications

• Proven commercial experience as a Data Engineer on complex data platforms.
• Strong hands-on Databricks experience in production environments.
• Demonstrable experience delivering data migration or cloud transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop data pipelines as part of a cloud migration initiative.
• Build and maintain data processing and transformation workflows using Databricks.
• Support migration of data from legacy systems into cloud-based platforms.

Skills

Databricks

Cloud migration

Data processing

Data transformation

Team integration

Job description

Job Title: SC Cleared - Data Engineer (Databricks / Azure)

Location: Fully Remote (UK-based)

Day rate: Up to £400 a day Inside IR35

Clearance: SC Clearance required

Contract Type: 12-month contract

Interview Process: One stage

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Data Engineer is required to support a large-scale public sector digital transformation programme currently underway. The programme focuses on migrating data from legacy platforms into modern, cloud-based data environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and support data pipelines as part of a cloud migration initiative
• Build and maintain data processing and transformation workflows using Databricks
• Support the migration of data from legacy systems into cloud-based platforms
• Work closely with architects, project managers and delivery teams to meet programme objectives
• Contribute to the modernisation of ageing enterprise data platforms
• Ensure delivery aligns with governance, security and compliance frameworks

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven commercial experience as a Data Engineer on complex data platforms
• Strong hands‑on Databricks experience in production environments
• Demonstrable experience delivering data migration or cloud transformation projects
• Ability to integrate quickly into established teams and deliver at pace
• Active SC clearance or clear eligibility to obtain SC clearance

Nice to Have

• Experience working on public sector or regulated programmes
• Familiarity with secure, compliance‑driven delivery environments
• Exposure to large‑scale, long‑term transformation initiatives

Additional Information

• Fully remote working with minimal onsite requirements
• Fast‑moving interview process
• Long‑term programme with potential for extensions