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Data Engineer
Location: Derby (Hybrid)
Salary: Up To £52,500 + 12.5% Bonus
Key Skills: Azure, SQL, Python, Power BI, Data Visualization

Are you passionate about building data platforms that power innovation, insight, and advanced analytics? We are looking for a Data Engineer to help shape the future of clean energy by enabling smarter decisions with data.
As part of the growing Digital & Data team, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing and delivering scalable data pipelines, building robust data infrastructure, and creating visualisations that bring insights to life for stakeholders across the business. With exponential growth expected over the next few years, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the foundations of our data strategy at a transformative stage.

What You’ll Be Doing
• Building Data Foundations – Design, build, and optimise secure and scalable data pipelines and infrastructure to support analytics, reporting, and digital applications.
• Engaging with Stakeholders – Partner with business teams to understand data needs, present insights through compelling visualisations, and influence decision-making.
• Data Modelling & Integration – Develop models and integration frameworks that make data accessible, consistent, and reusable across platforms.
• Driving Data Quality – Implement robust validation, cleansing, and monitoring processes to ensure data integrity and compliance.
• Innovation & Future Focus – Explore and experiment with new technologies, including AI and machine learning, to unlock value from complex and unique datasets.
What We’re Looking For
We know there’s no such thing as the perfect candidate. If you meet around 75% of the criteria, we’d still love to hear from you.
• Strong experience with data engineering tools and platforms (e.g. Azure Data Factory, Databricks, SQL, Python).
• Proven ability to engage stakeholders and present insights through data visualisation tools and storytelling.
• Experience with data modelling, warehousing, and integration.
• Interest in and awareness of AI and emerging technologies.
• Ability to thrive in an agile, fast-growing environment, managing both highly complex data and scalable solutions.
Beneficial (but not essential):
• Degree in engineering, science, or IT discipline.
• Microsoft Azure certifications or BCS Data Management qualifications.
• Experience embedding data modelling practices into delivery workflows.

Why Join Us?
• Be at the forefront of a transformational energy programme.
• Work on unique, complex datasets with high-impact outcomes.
• Shape data foundations during a period of rapid organisational growth.
• Flexible and inclusive working environment, with support for work-life balance.
• A culture that values diversity, innovation, and continuous learning.

Data Engineer
Location: Derby (Hybrid)
Salary: Up To £52,500 + 12.5% Bonus
Key Skills: Azure, SQL, Python, Power BI, Data Visualization

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