About the role
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on Data Engineer to join a major data transformation and cloud modernisation programme within a highly regulated banking environment.
You will design, build and maintain scalable data pipelines, support cloud migration initiatives and deliver reliable enterprise data solutions.
This role is ideal for a strong developer and delivery-focused engineer rather than a technical lead.
You should be comfortable working independently, partnering with business and technology stakeholders, and delivering high-quality solutions with minimal supervision.
Contract details
Day rate: £400-£450 per day
Duration: 6 months
Start: ASAP
Location: Hybrid, 2/3 days per week in London
Key responsibilities
- Design, build and optimise scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines.
- Develop and maintain data solutions using Databricks, Python and SQL.
- Support the migration of data assets from legacy platforms to modern cloud architectures.
- Integrate data from enterprise systems, including Oracle databases.
- Build reusable data engineering frameworks and promote best practice.
- Maintain high standards of data quality, integrity, security and performance.
- Troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable fixes.
- Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions in collaboration with architects, analysts and delivery teams.
- Produce clear technical documentation and support knowledge transfer.
Essential skills and experience
- Strong commercial experience as a Data Engineer in a large enterprise environment.
- Hands-on expertise with Databricks.
- Advanced SQL and strong Python development skills.
- Extensive experience with Oracle databases.
- Proven delivery of data pipelines and integration solutions.
- Experience with cloud-based data platforms, data modelling, performance optimisation and data quality controls.
- Experience across the full software development lifecycle.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Desirable experience
- Banking or financial services experience.
- Experience in regulated environments.
- Exposure to Azure data services.
- Knowledge of CI/CD and DevOps practices for data engineering.
- Experience supporting cloud migration or modernisation programmes.
- Familiarity with data governance and data lineage principles.
What we're looking for
You will ideally bring at least five years of data engineering experience, strong development capability and a proactive, self-sufficient approach.
You should be able to quickly understand business needs and turn them into dependable technical solutions within a complex organisation.
Apply now
If you are a hands-on Data Engineer with strong Databricks, Python, SQL and Oracle experience, apply now to be considered for this contract opportunity.
Security Clearance
This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level.
Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required.
Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements.