BI and Data Engineering Lead

Breezy HR
York
1 month ago
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BI & Data Engineering Lead

Up to £65,000 + 38 Days Holiday + Pension
York, Hybrid Working, 37-hour week

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?

WRK digital is delighted to be working in exclusive partnership with STEM Learning, whose digital platforms support STEM teaching and learning. 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.

About STEM Learning

STEM Learning's vision is to improve lives through STEM education by equipping young people with the skills and knowledge to thrive. To achieve this, STEM Learning offers a range of support, including:

  • Subject-specific professional development for teachers and educators
  • A collection of high-quality, assured learning resources for Primary and Secondary Education
  • The STEM Ambassadors programme

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

Key Experience & ExpertiseCandidates will demonstrate our values: Sustainable – Innovative – Proactive

  • 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
  • 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!Why Work at STEM Learning?

  • Work with cutting-edge technology, including Microservices-based, API-first, Cloud-native services, and Headless architecture
  • Generous holiday entitlement – 30 days plus bank holidays
  • Access to an excellent pension scheme
  • Regular team meet-ups and collaboration opportunities
  • The chance to get involved in wider STEM delivery activities
  • Access to a salary sacrifice scheme and staff benefits, including a cycle-to-work scheme, health cashback plans, free eye tests, and discounted vouchers

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

If you are a BI & Data Engineering Lead looking to join an EdTech company whose technology is changing lives for the better, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV and covering letter or contact James Westwood at WRK digital for a confidential conversation about the next steps.

There is no closing date for this appointment; applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis so early applications are recommended. 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.

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