Junior Data Engineer
Posted Today by bigspark
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Summary: The Junior/Graduate Data Engineer role at Bigspark offers an exciting opportunity for recent graduates to kick-start their careers in data engineering. The position involves working alongside experienced engineers to design and build data solutions that support analytics and business decision-making. This role provides hands-on experience with modern data technologies and a mix of remote and on-site work in Glasgow. Candidates will develop essential technical and professional skills while contributing to data pipeline development and data quality maintenance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the development of data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes using modern tools and frameworks.
- Assist with integrating and processing structured and unstructured data across cloud platforms.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to design and deliver high-quality data solutions.
- Learn to work with batch and streaming data processing technologies.
- Contribute to maintaining data quality, governance, and security standards.
- Get involved in testing, monitoring, and documenting data workflows.
- Continuously learn and upskill in emerging tools, technologies, and best practices.
Key Skills:
- A degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Some programming experience with Python, Java, or Scala.
- Familiarity with SQL and working with databases.
- Awareness of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and a willingness to develop expertise.
- An interest in data engineering concepts such as data pipelines, data lakes/warehouses, and streaming data.
- Problem-solving skills and a logical approach to technical challenges.
- A growth mindset and enthusiasm for continuous learning.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Glasgow
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Entry Level
Industry: IT
Junior/Graduate Data Engineer - 6 Months FTC - Glasgow - Hybrid 2 days per week on site
About bigspark
We are creating a world of opportunity for businesses by responsibly harnessing data and AI to enable positive change. We adapt to our clients needs and then bring our engineering, development and consultancy expertise. Our people and our solutions ensure they head into the future equipped to succeed. Our clients include Tier 1 Banking and Insurance clients, we have also been listed in the Sunday Times Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies.
The Role
Were looking for a Graduate / Junior Data Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to kick-start your career in data engineering, working alongside experienced engineers to design and build modern data solutions that power analytics, AI, and business decision-making. You will gain hands-on experience across a range of technologies, learn best practices from senior mentors, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to grow into a fully-fledged Data Engineer. This role offers a mix of remote working and visits to our Glasgow client sites.
What You'll Do
- Support the development of data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes using modern tools and frameworks.
- Assist with integrating and processing structured and unstructured data across cloud platforms.
- Collaborate with senior engineers and architects to design and deliver high-quality data solutions.
- Learn to work with batch and streaming data processing technologies.
- Contribute to maintaining data quality, governance, and security standards.
- Get involved in testing, monitoring, and documenting data workflows.
- Continuously learn and upskill in emerging tools, technologies, and best practices.
What You'll Bring
We don't expect you to know everything from day one but were looking for people who are motivated to learn, curious about data, and excited about building a career in technology. Ideally, you'll bring:
- A degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Some programming experience with Python, Java, or Scala (university, projects, or internships all count).
- Familiarity with SQL and working with databases.
- Awareness of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and a willingness to develop expertise.
- An interest in data engineering concepts such as data pipelines, data lakes/warehouses, and streaming data.
- Problem-solving skills and a logical approach to technical challenges.
- A growth mindset and enthusiasm for continuous learning.