Senior Data Engineer, National Security - Hybrid, Active eDV

Forward Role Recruitment; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Role Recruitment is seeking a Lead Data Engineer (National Security) to shape the technical direction of data solutions on strategic programmes. The role combines senior ownership with hands-on capability, collaborating with senior customer stakeholders, including C-level contacts, to deliver cloud-native data platforms.

Hybrid/secure-site work is available, with an active eDV clearance required. The role operates at SFIA 5-6 level with genuine ownership and high-impact influence on

Qualifications

• Senior-level data engineering experience with data platforms and cloud-based architectures.
• Active security clearance (eDV) is required or in place.
• Hybrid working model with secure-site options depending on programme.

Responsibilities

• Shape technical direction and ownership of data solutions.
• Work directly with senior customer stakeholders, including C-level contacts.
• Collaborate across SFIA 5-6 level responsibilities while remaining hands-on.

Skills

Python

AWS

CI/CD

Data modelling

ETL/ELT pipelines

Distributed processing

Cloud-native data services

Infrastructure as Code

Tools

Terraform

Job description

Forward Role Recruitment is seeking a Lead Data Engineer (National Security) to shape the technical direction of data solutions on strategic programmes. The role combines senior ownership with hands-on capability, collaborating with senior customer stakeholders, including C-level contacts, to deliver cloud-native data platforms.

Hybrid/secure-site work is available, with an active eDV clearance required. The role operates at SFIA 5-6 level with genuine ownership and high-impact influence on