Talend Data Engineer - 24 Month Fixed Term Contract

Affinity Water; Hatfield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water supplier in England is seeking a Talend Data Engineer for a 24-month fixed-term contract. You will design and build automated data pipelines, utilizing AWS technologies to optimize workflows. The ideal candidate will have proven Talend experience and strong knowledge of AWS and ETL processes. This position involves collaborating with internal teams and executing projects in an Agile environment. Competitive salary and attractive benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Salary £60,000 upwards depending on experience

Hybrid role, minimum two days a week in the office

26 days annual leave rising with service

Celebration Day for important occasions

Double match pension scheme

Enhanced family benefits

Access to Wellbeing Centre

Discounts at various retail outlets

Up to 4 days for community volunteering

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Data Engineering, specifically with Talend Data Integration.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services and SQL.
• Expertise in ETL design and data governance principles.
• Experience with REST and SOAP APIs for data extraction and integration.
• Familiarity with ITIL or similar IT service management frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and support efficient ETL processes using Talend.
• Design scalable data pipelines that deliver structured, high-quality data.
• Monitor pipeline performance and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with teams and partners to resolve issues quickly.
• Engage with stakeholders to meet their data needs.
• Contribute to data policies and continuous process improvements.
• Work within an Agile (Scrum) delivery environment.

Skills

Talend Data Integration

AWS services (S3, Glue, Redshift, Spectrum)

SQL

ETL design

Data governance

REST/SOAP APIs

Scripting languages (Shell, Python, PowerShell)

Job description

Are you ready to play a key role in shaping the future of data within our organisation? We’re on an exciting mission to build a truly open, data-driven culture where advanced analytics and data science power smarter, faster strategic decisions. To accelerate this vision, we’ re launching an ambitious two-year programme and we’re looking for a Talend Data Engineer to join us on a 24-month fixed-term contract.

As part of our established Data and Architecture Team, you’ll design, build, and maintain resilient, automated data pipelines using Talend Data Integration, ensuring reporting, analytics, and performance management are fuelled by trustworthy high-quality data.

Working with modern AWS technologies such as S3, Glue, Redshift, and Spectrum, you’ll innovate and optimise data workflows that drive real business impact. You’ll partner closely with architects, Qlik developers, and key stakeholders, translating complex requirements into scalable, future-ready data solutions.

Please note: only applicants with proven Talend experience will be considered.

What You’ll Do

• Build and support efficient ETL processes, primarily using Talend.
• Design scalable data pipelines that deliver structured, high-quality data.
• Monitor pipeline performance and ensure data integrity, security, and availability.
• Collaborate with internal teams and third-party partners to resolve issues quickly.
• Engage with business stakeholders from concept to delivery to meet their data needs.
• Contribute to data policies, standards, and continuous process improvements.
• Work within an Agile (Scrum) delivery environment, applying best practices in continuous integration and delivery.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in Data Engineering, specifically with Talend Data Integration.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud services (S3, Glue, Redshift, Spectrum) and SQL.
• Expertise in ETL design, data warehousing, and data governance principles.
• Experience with REST and SOAP APIs for data extraction and integration.
• Familiarity with ITIL or similar IT service management frameworks.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Shell, Python, PowerShell) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in Agile teams and delivering data-driven projects.
• Bonus: Knowledge of Master Data Management, predictive analytics, or water industry regulatory reporting.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a transformational programme driving innovation at scale.
• Work with the latest AWS technologies and expand your skillset.
• Collaborate with a passionate, supportive team focused on excellence.
• Contribute to a culture where data insights directly influence strategy and operations.
• Enjoy opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

Benefits

• Salary £60,000 upwards, dependant on experience
• Hybrid role, with the expectations of a minimum two days a week in the office in Hatfield
• Annual leave from 26 days rising with length of service, and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
• A ‘Celebration Day’ in addition to public holidays that people can use to celebrate a religious festival or other occasion that is important to them.
• A generous 'double match pension scheme' that doubles the contributions you make (company contribution capped at 12%)
• We offer a range of family benefits including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support Leave and up to 5 full or 10 half days of paid Carers Leave.
• Menopause policy and Reasonable Adjustment policy to help everyone perform at their best.
• Access to our Wellbeing Centre with support for looking after your physical and mental health.
• Discounts at a Range of Retail Outlets and on Dental and Medical Insurance through our Tap4Perks scheme.
• Up to 4 Affinity days a year to volunteer in the community.
• Life Assurance.
• Disability Confident Employer

Disability Confident

As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria and opt in on the application form. Ask the Talent Acquisition lead for the full job description to see all the criteria. If we have a very high volume of applicants and we’re not able to offer interviews to all, we’ll take a fair and proportionate number of disabled candidates through.

What is a disability?

A disability is a long-term physical or mental health condition that has a substantial impact on someone’s day-to-day activities.

What if I need adjustments during the recruitment process?

Let the Talent Acquisition lead mentioned on the job advert know – they’ll be able to help you.

Affinity Water recognises the benefits of greater diversity in our workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We are committed to building a more inclusive culture where every member of our workforce can thrive.

You can find out what it’s like to work at Affinity Water through our career site https://www.affinitywatercareers.co.uk/ where our colleagues share their career development stories and you can get a feel for our company culture.