Senior Data Engineer - Digital Services

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to lead data engineering efforts and drive digital transformation. The ideal candidate will design and implement scalable data processes while mentoring team members and collaborating with stakeholders. Significant experience in cloud platforms, SQL, and Python is essential. This role offers a competitive salary, a generous benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Staff discount scheme with UK retailers

Development and career opportunities

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in data engineering, including cloud-based platforms.
• Proven ability to design and implement digital solutions and automate data flows.
• Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and deploy ETL/ELT pipelines for analytics.
• Re-engineer manual data processes and automate reports.
• Collaborate to deliver the council’s digital data strategy.

Skills

Data engineering

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS)

SQL

Python

Business intelligence tools

Agile methodologies

DevOps

Communication skills

Job description

Salary £46,142 - £51,356 per annum | Permanent, Full time 37 hours per week | Preston

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship

Are you ready to lead the data revolution?

Lancashire County Council is seeking a passionate and innovative Senior Data Engineer to join our dynamic Digital User Experience team. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in modernising our data architecture, driving digital transformation, and delivering real impact for our communities.

What will you do?

• Lead the way: Design, build, and deploy scalable, automated ETL/ELT pipelines and data flows that power analytics and business intelligence across the council.
• Innovate and optimise: Re-engineer manual data processes, automate business intelligence reports, and support statutory returns to enable smarter, faster decision-making.
• Shape the future: Collaborate with the Data Architect and Data Manager to deliver the council’s digital data strategy, support master data management, and create assured data sets.
• Mentor and inspire: Share your expertise with colleagues, supporting their development and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Engage and influence: Work closely with key stakeholders, propose creative solutions, and ensure our services are customer-focused and future-ready.

What do you bring?

• Substantial experience in data engineering, including cloud-based platforms (Azure, AWS), SQL, Python, and modern analytics tools.
• Proven ability to design and implement end-to-end digital solutions, automate data flows, and optimise data for BI systems.
• Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies, and a passion for continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to present complex ideas in a clear, engaging way.

If you’re ready to take your data engineering career to the next level and help shape the future of digital services in Lancashire, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and be part of something bigger.

For an informal discussion please contact Angela Teasey, Data Manager, email address: [e-mail].

Closing Date: 20/02/2026

By joining Lancashire County Council, you can shape the career path that is right for you, with opportunities to gain personal and professional qualifications, coaching, and mentoring. Lancashire County Council truly is the place where you can have the career you've always wanted.

In return for your passion and expertise, we offer a generous benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• A great holiday entitlement of 26 days annual leave, which increases with length of service. You will also be entitled to 8 Bank Holidays, 2 additional statutory Bank Holidays, and have the option to buy additional leave each year.
• Our staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, allowing you to access discounts with a range of UK retailers, saving on everything from weekly food shops to white goods and cars.
• Access to fantastic development and career opportunities.

Please ensure you upload a supporting statement demonstrating how you meet the criteria for the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.

• Locations Lancashire Point, Preston, PR1 8RE, GB