Senior Data Engineer

Senior Data Engineer

Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Inside IR35
£525–£600 per day

Are you a Senior Data Engineer who enjoys leading complex engineering initiatives while remaining hands-on?

We're looking for an experienced Senior Data Engineer to join a high-performing data engineering team delivering enterprise-scale data platforms and products. You'll combine technical leadership with hands-on engineering, helping shape best practice while delivering reliable, scalable and secure data solutions.

What you'll be doing

• Lead the design, development and delivery of complex data pipelines and data products.
• Provide technical ownership across large-scale engineering initiatives.
• Drive engineering standards, automation and best practice across the team.
• Work closely with Data Owners, Architects and stakeholders to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
• Mentor engineers and promote knowledge sharing across the wider team.
• Lead investigations into production issues, root cause analysis and service improvements.
• Champion modern engineering practices, CI/CD and continuous improvement.

What we're looking for

• Extensive experience delivering enterprise data engineering solutions.
• Strong background building data pipelines and integrations.
• Excellent SQL and experience with technologies such as SQL Server, Oracle or Snowflake.
• Experience with cloud platforms including Azure or AWS.
• Strong scripting skills using SQL, Python or PowerShell.
• Experience with CI/CD, deployment automation and engineering best practice.
• Proven ability to provide technical leadership, mentor engineers and influence engineering direction.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills

If you are keen APPLY NOW.