Data Engineer
Posted 4 days ago by RED Global
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Data Engineer involves joining a project with a key client in Belfast, Ireland, on a 12-month initial contract with potential extensions. The position requires in-office presence three days a week and demands a strong background in data engineering, particularly with SQL, Python, and data pipeline design. Candidates should possess problem-solving skills and a commitment to data quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes.
- Utilize SQL/PLSQL with MS SQL and Oracle databases.
- Code extensively in Python for data processing.
- Manage workflows using Apache Airflow (MWAA).
- Query and process data using AWS Athena/PySpark (Glue).
- Collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Ensure high standards of data quality and engineering practices.
Key Skills:
- Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Data Engineer.
- Strong SQL/PLSQL skills, particularly with MS SQL and Oracle databases.
- Extensive experience coding in Python.
- Understanding of ETL processes and data pipeline design.
- Familiarity with data lakes and their architecture.
- Experience with Apache Airflow (MWAA).
- Experience with AWS Athena/PySpark (Glue).
- Proficient in SQL with experience in both relational and NoSQL databases.
- Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
- Passion for data quality and commitment to high standards.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Belfast
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
RED Global are currently looking for a Data Engineer to join a project with a key client of ours based in Belfast, Ireland. This position is going to a be a 12 month initial contract + extensions and will require someone who can be in office 3 days per week. We are looking for the following skills: Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Data Engineer. Strong SQL/PLSQL skills, particularly with MS SQL and Oracle databases. Extensive experience coding in Python. Understanding of ETL processes and data pipeline design. Familiar with data lakes and their architecture. Experience with Apache Airflow (MWAA) for workflow management. Experience with AWS Athena/PySpark (Glue) for data querying and processing. Proficient in SQL with experience in both relational and NoSQL databases. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure without being distracted by complexity. Problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively. Strong collaboration skills and the ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders. Passion for data quality and a commitment to maintaining high standards of data engineering. If this sounds like something that could be of interest then please apply directly and someone from the team will be in touch to discuss the position in more detail.