Senior BI and Data Engineer

Different Technologies Pty Ltd.
North Yorkshire
2 days ago
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Senior BI and Data Engineer
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 per annum
Are you an experienced BI & Data Engineer looking to work in the Tech for Good space? Do you want to collaborate with an amazing team to develop digital systems that make a real difference to young people?
STEM Learning, whose digital platforms support STEM teaching and learning throughout the UK. Through collaboration with the UK Government, employers of all sizes, organisations, and educational establishments, STEM Learning provides high-quality resources that empower educators and students alike.
The Role

We’re looking for a SQL, data modelling and Azure Data Factory specialist who has a strong background in designing and building innovative BI solutions to join our fast-moving organisation; someone who can deliver with excellence on ambitious projects to revolutionise current data practices.


The role will cover the whole spectrum of BI/Reporting where you will design, build and maintain our central reporting infrastructure along with ingesting data from a variety of sources, cleaning, combining, processing and visualising to end users and other systems.


Working with stakeholders to capture future requirements, manage expectations where required and help open their eyes to the possibilities our data can deliver as we strive for a world-leading STEM education for all young people across the UK.


Our Ideal Candidate
Candidates will demonstrate our values:

  • SQL and data factory experience are essential.
  • Experience implementing a variety of data warehouse design and data modelling techniques, knowing what works best in individual situations.
  • Significant experience designing and delivering reporting/BI solutions using modern tools and current best practice in a Microsoft technology stack.
  • Significant experience delivering MI solutions through the PowerBI service. Excellent PowerBI front-end design skills and back-end data manipulation including DAX.
  • A background in building solutions in an Azure environment with Data Factory, Azure SQL, Power apps/Logic apps and the Common data service
  • Experience developing high quality SQL code with a great working knowledge of stored procedures, analytical functions and common table expressions; a proven background extracting complex data from multiple technologies, including MS-SQL/MySQL/Postgres databases, Dyamics365 CRM, Microsoft Common data service and flat files
  • A knack for managing complex data, and developing insightful visualisations, strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder management with the ability to influence, advise and consult at all levels.
  • Good working knowledge of Python code
  • A background working in multi-department, complex business landscapes
  • Experience working with and managing senior stakeholders, to CEO level.

Download the full Role Profile to find out more!
About Us

At STEM Learning, we work to improve lives through STEM education. We are a purpose-driven organisation, supporting teachers through high-impact professional development, inspiring young people to build confidence and curiosity in STEM, and connecting schools with employers to grow the UK’s future talent. Guided by our values, we focus our effort where it can make the greatest difference - helping all young people, whatever their background, to see themselves in STEM.


Take a look inside the National STEM Learning Centre in York to see our facilities.
Our Benefits

  • 30 days holidays plus bank holidays
  • An additional day off on your birthday
  • Access to an attractive pension scheme
  • Our full-time hours are 37 hours per week
  • Up to 3 paid 'volunteering leave' days per year
  • A comprehensive employee assistance programme

Take a look at our benefits brochure to find out more about the benefits we offer.


Next Steps
Closing date for applications:
There is no closing date for this appointment; applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are recommended.
To Apply
Please provide us with:

  • Your up-to-date CV including the contact details of two referees (please note, references will not be approached without your permission and will not be taken up until the offer stage)
  • A covering letter (no more than the equivalent of 2 sides of A4) explaining your interest in the role and why you think you would be the ideal candidate.

STEM Learning strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities, and are committed to employing teams with diverse abilities, skills, and experiences.
We foster a culture where every employee’s voice is respected and valued.


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