Data Engineering and Reporting Specialist...

Role Title: Data Engineering and Reporting Specialist
Duration: contract to run until 28/11/2025 Location: Barnsley,
hybrid 2 days per week onsite Rate: up to £303.70 p/d Umbrella
inside IR35 Role purpose / summary We are seeking a highly skilled
and detail-oriented Data Engineer and Reporting Specialist to join
our analytics and reporting team. This role is ideal for someone
with strong technical expertise in SQL, Python, BigQuery, and
Excel, and a passion for building robust ETL pipelines and
integrating data from diverse sources. You will play a key role in
transforming raw data into curated datasets that power dashboards,
reports, and strategic decision-making. Key Skills/ requirements -
Design, develop, and maintain ETL pipelines to ingest, transform,
and load data from various sources into centralized data platforms.

• Build and optimize data models and data marts in BigQuery to
  support analytics and reporting needs. - Create and maintain
  automated reporting solutions using Excel, SQL, and Python. -
  Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand data
  requirements and translate them into scalable datasets and
  dashboards. - Ensure data quality, consistency, and governance
  across all reporting layers. - Monitor and troubleshoot data
  workflows and performance issues. - Document data processes,
  definitions, and architecture for transparency and knowledge
  sharing. Required Skills and Qualifications: - Proficiency in SQL
  for complex queries, data transformation, and performance tuning. -
  Strong experience with Python for data manipulation, automation,
  and scripting. - Hands-on experience with Google BigQuery or
  similar cloud data warehouses. - Advanced skills in Microsoft
  Excel, including pivot tables, formulas, and data visualization. -
  Solid understanding of ETL concepts, data integration, and data
  warehousing best practices. - Familiarity with version control
  systems (e.g., Git) and workflow orchestration tools (e.g.,
  Airflow, dbt) is a plus. - Excellent problem-solving skills and
  attention to detail. - Strong communication and collaboration
  abilities. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working in agile
  or cross-functional teams. - Knowledge of BI tools such as Looker,
  Tableau, or Power BI. - Background in data governance, security,
  and compliance. All profiles will be reviewed against the required
  skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we
  will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first
  instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to
  apply!