Data Engineer Jobs
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Latest roles
Data Engineer
- Type
- Contract
- Salary
- £350 - Per Day
- Location
- -, United Kingdom
Contract Type: 5 months (Outside IR35) Location: Remote, United Kingdom Daily Rate: £350 per day We are currently recruiting for an...
Lead Data Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £90,000 - £110,000
- Location
- London , - None Specified -
Job Title: Data Engineering Lead Department: Technology & Data Location: London / Hybrid (4 days onsite) Salary: up to £110,000 DOE...
Lead Data Operations Engineer (Azure)
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £90,000 - £100,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Lead Operations Data Engineer – (Azure) Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days per week in office) Salary: up to £100,000 + 10% bonus Gravitas...
Project Manager / Data Business Analyst
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £80,000 - £80,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Project Manager / Data Business Analyst – Insurance Data | UK Remote | Circa £80k + Bonus + Benefits Are you passionate about data, agile...
Forward Deployed Engineer (Data Science)
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £60,000 - £75,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Forward-Deployed Engineer (GenAI) Location: Remote (London-based) | Travel: Required to client sites as needed Salary: £60,000 – £75,000 +...
Heading of Engineering
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £100,000 - £150,000
- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Role: Head of Engineering (hands on) Salary range: 100-150k Location: Central East London (x3 days per week onsite - Tues/Wed/Thurs) Tech...
MLOps Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £50,000 - £60,000
- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
MLOps Engineer – AI Consultancy | Manchester | £50k–£60k + Equity + Benefits We’re hiring a MLOps Engineer to join a fast-growing AI...
Senior MLOps Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £60,000 - £70,000
- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
Senior MLOps Engineer – AI Consultancy | Manchester | £60k–£70k + Equity + Benefits We’re hiring a Senior MLOps Engineer to join a...
Senior Software Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £50,000 - £55,000
- Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
Job Opportunity: .NET Developer (C# / Angular / SQL) Contract Type: Permanent Location: Barnsley – Rare visits to South Yorkshire office...
Front End Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £45,000 - £70,000
- Location
- London, - None Specified -
Role: Software Engineer (Front End focus) | Mid or Senior level Salary range: 45-70k UK remote (open to EU +/- 3 hours GMT) Current team...
Senior Software Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £60,000 - £75,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Software Engineer (Mid or Senior) Salary range: 60-75k Location: Central East London (x3 days per week onsite) Tech stack includes:...
Senior Software Engineer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £80,000 - £150,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Role: Senior, Staff & Principal Engineers Salary range: £90 - 150k (+ equity) Location: Central London (x3 days per week onsite -...
Power BI Developer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £55,000 - £60,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
We're working with a tech-driven housing association, looking for a talented Power BI Engineer to join their team on 12 month fixed term...
Azure Integration Developer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £49,000 - £60,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Azure Software Engineer 12 & 18-month Fixed-Term Contracts, Full-Time (35 hours) Salary: Up to £53,000 (Manchester) or £60,000 (London)...
PHP Developer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £40,000 - £45,000
- Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
Job Opportunity: PHP Developer (Laravel) Contract Type: Permanent Location: Barnsley – Rare visits to South Yorkshire office Salary:...
Senior .NET Developer
- Type
- Contract
- Salary
- £450 - Per Day
- Location
- Yorkshire, United Kingdom
We are currently working with a Transport & Logistics Client who is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior C# .NET Developer to...
SITS Developer
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £57,000 - £59,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Senior SITS Developer | £55k - £68k | Remote We're partnering with a university who are ambitious and working on exciting projects. You’ll...
NEC Applications Specialists
- Type
- Permanent
- Salary
- £45,000 - £60,000
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
Multiple NEC Systems Analysts needed on a Permanent basis for a large social housing provider. This is a great time to join, as the...
FAQs
What does a data engineer do?
A data engineer designs, builds, and maintains the infrastructure and systems that allow for the collection, storage, and analysis of large volumes of data. They ensure data is accessible, reliable, and ready for analysis by data scientists and analysts.
What qualifications do you need to become a data engineer?
Usually, a degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Knowledge of database systems, data warehousing solutions, ETL (extract, transform, load) processes, and programming languages such as Python, Java, and SQL is essential. Some positions may require experience with big data technologies like Hadoop and Spark.
How long does it take to become a data engineer?
Gaining practical experience through internships or entry-level positions is crucial. Many data engineers also pursue certifications in specific technologies, which can take additional time.
What skills are essential?
Proficiency in programming languages (such as Python, Java, and SQL), understanding of database management systems, and experience with ETL tools. Familiarity with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and data warehousing solutions (Redshift, BigQuery) is also important. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work with large datasets are crucial.
What are the main areas of work for data engineers?
These include finance, healthcare, technology, and retail. They create data pipelines, build data warehouses, and develop scalable data architectures. Their work supports data-driven decision-making by ensuring that data is clean, organised, and accessible for analysis.
What is the job outlook?
As companies increasingly rely on data to drive decisions, the demand for skilled data engineers continues to grow. According to LinkedIn, this occupation ranks 13 out of the top 25 roles advertised in the UK.
What is the average salary for a data engineer?
The average salary varies by experience and location. In the United Kingdom, entry-level hires can expect to earn between £25,000 and £35,000 annually. Experienced staff can earn upwards of £45,000, with some senior roles or specialised positions earning even more.
What are the career advancement opportunities?
This usually involves moving into senior engineering roles, leading data engineering teams, or transitioning into data architecture or data science roles. Continuous learning and obtaining certifications in new technologies can enhance career prospects and lead to higher salaries.
