Data Engineer (Azure) - £500pd - ID47221

Humand Talent
Bristol
3 days ago
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Are you a Data Engineer who thrives in fast-moving environments?


Do you enjoy bringing structure to complexity and making data truly work for a business?


Looking for a contract where you can make an immediate, visible impact?


Contract Data Engineer (Azure) – Immediate Start


Hybrid (1–2 days per week onsite) | £500–£600 per day | 6–12 months | 1-2 days on site per week


Our client is undergoing a significant data transformation journey and is looking for a senior Data Engineer to step in and make an immediate difference. This is a hands-on contract role where your expertise will directly support critical data operations while helping shape a more scalable and structured future.


You’ll join a collaborative, high-performing team that is currently balancing business-as-usual delivery with ongoing platform improvements—and your contribution will be key in easing that pressure.


Why This Role is Great

  • Take ownership from day one – step into a role where your experience is trusted, and your impact is immediate
  • Shape and improve a live data platform – help stabilise and evolve an existing Azure-based environment
  • Work across varied challenges – from pipeline optimisation to data modelling and architectural input
  • Be part of a collaborative, supportive team – working closely with analytics, business stakeholders, and technical peers
  • Develop architectural exposure – contribute to data design decisions, not just delivery
  • Make a tangible difference – help move a business from reactive data handling to a more structured, scalable approach


What You’ll Be Working With

You’ll be immersed in a modern Microsoft data ecosystem, including:

  • Azure SQL & broader Azure data services
  • Azure Data Factory & ETL/ELT pipelines
  • Power BI and downstream analytics use cases
  • Data modelling across warehouse/lakehouse environments
  • Integration of multiple data sources (APIs, databases, cloud storage)
  • Performance optimisation, data quality, and governance practices


This role blends hands-on engineering with elements of data architecture, offering plenty of scope to influence how things are built moving forward.


About You


This role would suit someone who:

  • Enjoys working in fast-paced, evolving environments where priorities can shift
  • Is comfortable stepping into partially structured or “messy” data landscapes and improving them
  • Brings a calm, solution-focused mindset to problem-solving
  • Values collaboration and knowledge-sharing over ego
  • Takes pride in delivering reliable, high-quality data solutions


You’ll also get the opportunity to:

  • Build on your experience with complex data platforms at scale
  • Work closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Contribute to meaningful improvements in data architecture and processes


Your Experience (Wishlist)


We’re keen to hear from people who bring a mix of the following:

  • Strong SQL and data modelling expertise
  • Proven experience building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines
  • Hands-on experience with the Microsoft Azure data platform
  • Familiarity with tools such as Azure Data Factory, Synapse, or similar
  • Experience integrating data from varied sources (APIs, files, databases)
  • Understanding of performance optimisation and data quality best practices
  • Exposure to data architecture concepts or working alongside architects


Bonus (but not essential):

  • Experience in large-scale or complex data environments
  • Familiarity with governance, security, or compliance considerations
  • Any exposure to cloud-native data processing frameworks


The Environment

  • Small, collaborative data team with strong domain knowledge
  • Close alignment with analytics and business stakeholders
  • A mix of planned improvements and reactive delivery work
  • A genuine opportunity to bring structure and influence direction


This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves while also thinking strategically.


Diversity & Inclusion

We and our client are committed to building inclusive environments where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this role could be a great fit, we’d still love to hear from you.


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If you’re a contract Data Engineer ready to make an immediate impact, apply today or get in touch to learn more.

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