Analytics Data Engineer

NHS Supply Chain
Nottingham
3 days ago
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Overview

Job Title: Analytics Data Engineer


Function: Data & Technology - Products and Platforms


Location: Hybrid (2 days office, 3 days working from home)


Contract type: Permanent


Salary: £54,884 with potential to rise to £64,570 over 3 years


Closing Date: 13 March 2026


NHS Supply Chain has an exciting opportunity for an Analytics Data Engineer to join us as we modernise and enhance our services to better support the NHS. Our purpose is simple yet powerful: to make it easier for the NHS to put patients first. In this pivotal role, you will contribute directly to our strategic ambitions by delivering high‑quality economic and product insights that shape key organisational decisions.


Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines and data workflows.
  • Build and manage data models, data warehouses, and data lake environments.
  • Ensure data is clean, structured, and governed in line with organisational standards.
  • Monitor performance, reliability, and quality of data pipelines and systems.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand data needs and deliver scalable solutions.
  • Support the implementation of new data platforms, tools, and technologies.
  • Contribute to the development of data standards, best practices, and documentation.
  • Troubleshoot issues, investigate data anomalies, and resolve root causes.

What skills will help you thrive in this role

  • Experience with data engineering in a cloud or hybrid environment
  • Strong SQL skills and experience with relational and non‑relational databases
  • Proficiency with data transformation tools and frameworks (e.g., Python, Spark, Data Factory, SSIS)
  • Understanding of data modelling, data integration, and data quality concepts
  • Experience working with version control and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Git, DevOps)
  • Strong problem‑solving abilities and attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams

Desirable extras

  • Experience with streaming technologies
  • Knowledge of BI / analytics tools such as Power BI or Cognos
  • Familiarity with product‑based or agile delivery environments
  • Exposure to data governance, metadata management, or MDM practices

What can we offer you?

  • Hybrid working opportunities, with flexibility to work in the office and remotely.
  • Annual bonus schemes, long service and colleague recognition awards.
  • 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
  • Development opportunities through in-house training and access to external qualifications.
  • Paid well‑being leave and access to the 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Generous pension scheme (with employer contributions).
  • Flexible Benefits Scheme with options such as Life Insurance, Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Health Cash Plan, Dental Insurance, and additional pension contributions.
  • 2 days of paid volunteering leave.
  • Discounts and offers from NHS-related programs and Blue Light Card.

About NHS Supply Chain

We support the NHS to save lives and improve health. We source, deliver and supply healthcare products, services and food for NHS trusts and healthcare organisations across England and Wales, serving every NHS Trust with a national distribution network.


How to apply

If you are interested in this role or would like an informal discussion, please apply below or email .


Inclusive commitment

We are committed to building an inclusive environment where difference is valued and celebrated. If your experience doesn’t match the job advert perfectly, we still encourage you to apply. For application support, contact our Talent Acquisition team at .


Note

We reserve the right to close any vacancy when we have received a sufficient number of applications. This information is provided by NHS Supply Chain, registered in England and Wales (company number 10881715).


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