Data Engineer

Reed Professional Services
London
1 year ago
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Data Engineer

Data Engineer

Data Engineer

Data Engineer

Data Engineer

Data Engineer

Data Engineer

  • Contract Duration: 6 Months initially
  • Location: London (Hybrid working model - 2 days in the office)
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Inside IR35 (Day Rate £500-550 DOE)


Join a prestigious project with a historic organisation as a Data Engineer. This role involves managing outputs, processes, application, and performance reporting for a key project divided into distinct work streams. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and contribute to a project that combines traditional practices with modern technological solutions.


Day-to-day of the role:

  • Take ownership of the project’s output stream, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of data management solutions.
  • Support the project deliverables proactively, planning and managing tasks effectively.
  • Provide consultation on data management issues, enhancing the data handling capabilities of the team and the wider business.
  • Develop and implement solutions that can be seamlessly integrated into a production environment to optimize data management practices.


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in Python for bespoke code development.
  • Experience with Composer, Apache DAGs, Dataflow, and NIFI (note: templates available for quick learning with mentoring).
  • Desirable skills include SQL and Pub Sub.
  • Strong soft skills such as pairing, mentoring, upskilling, knowledge sharing, and excellent communication abilities.


Benefits:

  • Opportunity to work in a hybrid model, promoting work-life balance.
  • Engage with a historic company known for its robust market presence and stability.
  • Gain experience in a high-impact project with significant business implications.


To apply for this Data Engineer position, please submit your CV and a member of the RPS Talent Team will be in touch.

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