Senior Data Engineer
Posted 6 hours 49 minutes ago by Leidos
Description
Are you ready to make an impact?
We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join us on a permanent basis. We need talented individuals to apply their software development and data engineering skills to solve data challenges supporting a major UK Government programme from various locations across the UK.
This position is a full-time, permanent role, and applicants must have (or be able to acquire) SC clearance. Ad-hoc travel may be required to various customer and Leidos sites.
THE ROLE
You will collaborate with data engineers, delivery managers, technical specialists, external partners, and customer teams to support the discovery, design, delivery, and operation of diverse data solutions. It's a great opportunity to utilize your skills, learn from others, and be part of a high-performing team.
What will I be doing?
- Design and lead the implementation of data flows connecting operational systems, analytics, and BI systems.
- Build, maintain, and operate data environments and streaming systems.
- Debug, resolve, and optimize data processing and analytics issues.
- Proactively evaluate and develop tools and technologies to improve data analytics platforms.
- Architect and evaluate data analytics solutions.
- Lead database management efforts.
- Support development of data migration, integration, and processing processes.
- Assist in creating project plans, identifying risks, and developing mitigation strategies.
What does Leidos need from me?
- Experience configuring and using ETL platforms like SSIS, AWS, or Azure Data Factory.
- Experience setting up and managing AWS or Azure data platforms and analytics services, including Power BI or Pentaho BA.
- Experience working in an agile software development environment.
- Ability to estimate task effort and identify dependencies.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Familiarity with Python and its data, numerical, and machine learning libraries.
It would be great if you also had:
- Experience with Hadoop and Jenkins.
- Azure and AWS certifications.
- Familiarity with Java.
What we do for you:
At Leidos, we are passionate about customer success, united as a team, and inspired to make a difference. We offer meaningful careers, a collaborative culture, and support your professional growth, all while promoting work-life balance.
Our benefits include:
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- 33 days of annual leave (including public holidays)
- Flexible benefits such as life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, holiday trading, and cycle-to-work schemes.
Dynamic Working
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive culture. We provide equal access to opportunities and resources. If you require reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & Europe - we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science.
Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative solutions in defense, healthcare, government, safety, security, and transportation sectors.
What Makes Us Different:
Purpose: Use your passion to keep people safe. We are at the forefront of AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, and solutions, helping to build a safer world. Inspire change.
Collaboration: We offer flexibility to work from home, the office, or client sites, providing digital tools to work smarter and align with your needs.
People: We empower diverse talents, invest in training, and support career growth through academies, rotations, and development plans, fostering an environment to learn, grow, and inspire.