Cloud Data Engineer (ETL)

Harvey Nash
Edinburgh
2 months ago
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Cloud Data Engineer| 6 Months (Outside IR35)| Hybrid (Edinburgh)

Harvey Nash is recruiting for a Cloud Data Engineer on a 6 month contract.

Main Responsibilities

  • Implement the data pipelines that handle the ETL processes in the AWS environment.
  • Automate the nightly data transfer from on-premises Oracle databases to the AWS environment.
  • Collaborate with the ETL Engineer to ensure seamless integration between the extraction and transformation steps.
  • Set up monitoring and logging to track the performance and reliability of the data pipelines.
  • Optimize the data ingestion process for performance and scalability.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data pipelines and ETL processes.
  • Document data engineering processes and ensure alignment with best practices.

Key Skills

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in data engineering, with a focus on ETL pipeline development.
  • Proficiency in AWS services like Glue, Lambda, S3, and Redshift.
  • Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, or other relevant languages.
  • Experience with data pipeline monitoring and performance optimization.
  • Knowledge of Oracle database structures and data migration strategies.

This role falls outside of IR35 and is hybrid working with the expectation to attend the Edinburgh office as and when required. Please note that for this role you must have or be happy to get a Basic Disclosure Scotland. To apply please send your CV using the link.

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