Junior Cloud Data Engineer

Birketts LLP
Cambridge
6 days ago
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Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client.

The work you will be doing

As Junior Cloud Data Engineer, you will support the design, development, and maintenance of cloud-based data solutions. You will work closely with senior engineers to build and optimise data pipelines, assist in data integration projects, and contribute to the overall efficiency of our cloud data / Hybrid infrastructure.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience with cloud platforms, databases, and data processing technologies while developing expertise in modern data engineering practices.

  • Assist in designing and developing cloud‑based data pipelines to collect, process, and store data efficiently.
  • Support ETL/ELT processes, ensuring data is properly structured and integrated across various systems.
  • Work with SQL databases to query, clean, and transform data for analytics and reporting.
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to implement cloud data solutions using platforms like Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
  • Monitor and maintain data infrastructure, helping to identify and resolve performance issues.
  • Provide 3rd‑line support for cloud data-related incidents, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues under guidance.
  • Assist in implementing data security best practices and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Document processes, workflows, and best practices to support ongoing knowledge sharing and training.
  • Stay up to date with emerging cloud and data engineering trends and apply learnings to improve existing solutions.

Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested.

What we are looking for
  • A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, or a related field, OR equivalent experience.
  • Basic understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and a willingness to develop expertise in cloud data engineering.
  • Some experience or academic exposure to SQL, including writing queries and optimising data retrieval.
  • Familiarity with ETL/ELT processes and data integration concepts.
  • Interest in working with big data technologies and cloud‑based data warehouses (e.g., Snowflake, Fabric).
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to learn and adapt quickly in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Basic programming knowledge (e.g., Python, SQL, or PowerShell) is a plus.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non‑technical teams.
  • A proactive, curious mindset, eager to take on new challenges and grow professionally.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
  • Be able to travel as necessary, and perform additional job‑related duties as requested.
  • Communicate effectively in both verbal (i.e. day‑to‑day discussions, team meetings) and written (requirements and design specifications) form, as well as have an overall ability to be clear and concise in all communications.
  • Positive and enthusiastic approach to team work.
  • Self‑motivated, ability to use initiative and provide pro‑active support to users.
  • Commitment to ongoing learning and development.

At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth.

Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits:

  • Long Service holiday award – 1 extra week every 10 years continuous service
  • Private Healthcare with BUPA (offered after probation is passed)
  • Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus Scheme
  • Salary sacrifice (Pensions, Staff Profit Share)
  • Life Assurance – 4 x salary / Permanent Health Insurance
  • Paid CSR Day
  • Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
  • Subsidised gym membership
  • Electric car scheme
  • Agile/Hybrid Working Policy
  • Dress for your Day Policy

Birketts is a flexible business which has embraced a hybrid working model where our colleagues enjoy a mix of home and office working. We welcome applications from people looking for flexible, agile, and part‑time roles and we are happy to explore your preferred working patterns as part of your application.

Inclusivity and Culture

Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.


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