Senior Data Engineer

Envitia; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Senior / Principal Data Engineer to shape and deliver data-driven solutions. You will be responsible for designing and implementing data solutions in a consulting role. This position requires expertise in cloud technologies and proven experience in developing data pipelines. The ideal candidate will work closely with clients and internal teams to innovate and optimize data usage, directly impacting the public sector and society.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 25 days plus your birthday

Private Healthcare Coverage

Training & Skills Development

Fitness Reimbursement

Life Assurance

Pension Contribution

Perkbox Subscription

Flexible Work Arrangements

Internal Reward Schemes

Community Engagement & Volunteer Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficiency in core data languages and technologies.
• Proven experience designing and maintaining robust data pipelines.
• Hands-on experience with real-time data streaming technologies.
• Strong background in data quality and validation practices.
• Ability to design scalable data models for analytics and ML workloads.
• Solid working knowledge of cloud services.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain scalable data pipelines.
• Design efficient data models to meet business needs.
• Consolidate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Design bespoke solutions to mitigate client challenges.
• Make key decisions on data engineering solutions.
• Collaborate across the business to drive innovation.

Skills

SQL

Scala

Python

R

PySpark

Elasticsearch

AWS

Azure

Kafka

Spark

Beam

Airflow

Tools

AWS data services

Azure equivalents

Databricks

Snowflake

Microsoft Fabric

Palantir Foundry

Job description

Be Part of Something Real

A close-knit team with big ideas.

A passion for solving complex data challenges.

A leading technology company specializing in data intelligence, AI, and geospatial solutions.

At Envitia, we are building something special.

By using the power of data to tackle real-world challenges, our teams empower organisations to make smarter, data-driven decisions.

We’re thrilled to announce that Envitia has been named one of the Sunday Times Top 100 Medium-Sized Companies to Work For in 2025 —a prestigious recognition that highlights our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive.

Here’s what you’ll get stuck into:

• Influencing major digital and data transformation projects across the UK public sector.
• Building and utilising smart, AI-powered tools that support real decision making.
• Using tech to make a genuine difference in society.

After growing 25% in 2024, we’ve got bold plans for 2025 and we’re looking for brilliant, curious minds to help make them happen.

About the Team

You’ll be joining a fresh team of Data Engineers and Consultants passionate about enabling digital success. Using cutting-edge data engineering and innovation tools, they build the platforms and capabilities that help organisations scale and innovate fast. This team is a powerhouse within our Consulting division, playing a hands‑on role in shaping what modern, data‑enabled organisations look like. If you’re excited by the power to drive change, this is the team for you.

The Role

As a Senior / Principal Data Engineer, you will play a key leadership role in shaping and delivering advanced data‑driven solutions for our clients. You will lead the delivery of tailored solutions to our clients, responsible for the design, delivery, and implementation of solutions spanning end‑user interfaces and innovative user experience to data‑driven solutions.

Working within our Consulting division, you will be a key contributor to the development of our emerging capability framework. You will lead the end‑to‑end delivery of data and digital solutions of varying scale and complexity across multiple technical domains, including modern Data Engineering and pipelining, Analytics and Visualisation, Digital Twins, Simulation, and Asset / Data Management.

You will bring deep hands‑on expertise in contemporary data engineering practices, alongside strong proficiency in modern programming languages, cloud‑native tooling, and commercial off‑the-shelf technologies across both cloud and on‑prem environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Build, optimise, and maintain scalable data pipelines that handle high-volume, high-velocity data in complex SaaS environments.
• Design efficient, scalable, and flexible data models in multiple technologies to meet business requirements.
• Analyse and consolidate business requirements and use cases to meet technical and non-technical debt.
• Design tailored and bespoke solutions to address and mitigate challenges faced by our clients.
• Make key decisions on build vs buy for data and digital engineering solutions and platforms.
• Work closely with the entire business far beyond just product or technology, including driving innovation through concept demonstrators and offerings and support the sales activities, from a pre‑sales perspective.
• Carry out horizon scanning to identify emerging technology and industry trends and assess their potential impact and opportunity to become Envitia offerings to the market.

Required Skills & Experience

Data Engineering Expertise

• Proficiency in one or more core data languages and technologies, such as SQL, Scala, Python, R, PySpark, and Elasticsearch.
• Proven experience designing, building, and maintaining robust data pipelines using AWS, Azure, and / or open-source frameworks including Spark, Beam, and Airflow.
• Hands‑on experience with real‑time data streaming technologies (e.g., Kafka, Pub / Sub).
• Strong background in data quality and validation practices, including defining metrics / KPIs and implementing automated quality controls.
• Ability to design, build, and optimise scalable data models that support analytics and machine learning workloads.
• Solid working knowledge of AWS data services (e.g., S3, Kinesis, Glue, Redshift, Lambda, EMR) or Azure equivalents (e.g., ADF, Synapse, Fabric, Azure Functions).
• Familiarity with Palantir Foundry or Gotham is a significant advantage.
• Experience working within Data Lakehouse platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, and / or Microsoft Fabric is strongly preferred.

Core Competencies

• Deep practical understanding of at least one major cloud provider (AWS or Azure).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen eye for detail and a drive to deliver business value through data.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within distributed or remote teams.
• A willingness to mentor and support colleagues in their professional development.

Security Clearance Requirements

The successful candidate must hold or be required to go through an SC security clearance.

Location

The role will require travel to our Horsham offices 2 days a month and travel to customer sites when required.

What it’s like to work at Envitia

At Envitia, we believe that our greatest asset is our talented and dedicated team. We are committed to fostering a work environment where every employee feels valued, supported, and motivated to excel. As part of this commitment, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance both your professional and personal well‑being.

• Annual Leave : 25 days plus your birthday off. You will have the ability to buy and sell 5 days holiday to work around your needs.
• Private Healthcare Coverage : Our health plan is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees with additional levels for family if required.
• Training & Skills Development : Stay ahead in your career with ongoing training opportunities and skill development initiatives tailored to your evolving needs.
• Fitness Reimbursement : We encourage an active lifestyle. Our fitness reimbursement program helps you stay fit by covering a portion of your gym memberships or fitness-related expenses.
• Life Assurance : Gain peace of mind with extensive life insurance coverage that ensures financial protection for you and your loved ones.
• Pension Contribution : Plan for your future with our pension options. We provide resources and support to help you build a secure financial foundation.
• Perkbox Subscription : Enjoy exclusive discounts on a variety of products and services. From technology to entertainment, we've partnered with various businesses to bring you special perks.
• Flexible Work Arrangements : Achieve a better work‑life balance and explore what flexible working arrangements we can provide for you. We understand the importance of accommodating personal commitments and offer options that suit your needs.
• Internal Reward Schemes : Be rewarded for your exceptional contributions through our employee recognition initiatives that celebrate your achievements.
• Community Engagement & Volunteer Opportunities : Contribute to meaningful causes with company-sponsored volunteer programs, fostering a sense of community and social responsibility.

Inclusion at Envitia

At Envitia, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

We encourage applications from people of all abilities, ages, genders, sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, and religions. We strive to support a culture of inclusion, accessibility, and work‑life balance.

If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.