Data Engineer - Remote Contract Position

About the Role

We’re looking for a talented and motivated Data Engineer remote to join a growing Data Engineering team delivering high-quality, enterprise-scale data solutions. This is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative, technically strong environment using Microsoft technologies to build robust data platforms that enable data-driven decision-making across the business.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and deliver high-quality enterprise data solutions using Microsoft data platforms.
• Work closely with Architects and Senior Engineers to implement solutions aligned to technical designs and specifications.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure delivered solutions meet business needs.
• Partner with Data Science, Digital, and Core Systems teams on cross-functional initiatives.
• Contribute to Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, backlog refinement, retrospectives, and demos.
• Participate in code reviews and support continuous improvement of engineering standards.
• Adhere to in-house engineering principles, architectural standards, and industry best practices.
• Follow established policies for data management, governance, quality, security, and compliance.
• Produce clear technical documentation, including design documents, wikis, and release notes.
• Carry out thorough testing and quality assurance prior to release into production.

Requirements

• 3–7 years’ experience in Data Engineering and Business Intelligence.
• Experience working within a regulated environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to quickly understand new and complex subject areas.
• Confident communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Data Platform technologies (SQL Server, SSIS, SSAS, SSRS).
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining data pipelines and integrations (ETL/ELT).
• Solid understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modelling, and data normalisation.
• Experience with data manipulation languages such as T-SQL and DAX.
• Experience working in an Agile environment (ideally Kanban).

Nice to Have

• Experience building dashboards and reports using Power BI.
• Programming or scripting experience (e.g. C#, Python, PowerShell).
• Experience consuming APIs and working with semi-structured data (JSON, XML).
• Experience with Microsoft Azure data services such as Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Azure SQL, Azure Synapse, Azure Functions, Cosmos DB.
• Familiarity with Git repositories and branching strategies.
• Exposure to additional technologies such as PowerShell, Bicep, YAML, and the Power Platform.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £550 per day (Inside IR35).
• Holiday pay included.
• Fully remote work environment.
• Opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals.
• Engagement in innovative projects that impact the business.
• Support for professional development and growth.