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Data Engineer

Leidos
Farnborough
1 week ago
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Description
Senior Data Engineer
Location:

Farnborough, with flexibility to work from home depending on business demands
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced

Data Engineer

to join us on a permanent basis. We need talented individuals to apply their software development and data engineering skills to solve problems with data across various critical UK sectors.
We are on a mission to ensure that Leidos stands out in an increasingly popular marketplace. This involves creating innovative solutions to problems through design, implementation, and testing of systems and services with a focus on scalability and sustainability.
What will I be doing?
You will collaborate closely with the Data Architect, Senior Data Engineers, and fellow Data Engineers as part of a team. Our team includes both seasoned experts and intermediate-level engineers. It’s a great environment to utilize your skills, learn from others, and contribute to one of the top-performing teams in the business.
Key Responsibilities:
Work within a team of peer Data Engineers in an Agile manner
Build, maintain, and operate data environments in the cloud
Debug and resolve data processing and analytics issues
Proactively evaluate and develop tools and technologies to improve data platforms
Support the development of data integration and processing processes
Collaborate with engineering, testing, and dev-ops teams
Assist in creating project plans, identifying risks, and developing mitigation strategies
Support migration of test and sensitive production data
Provide operational support in a 3rd Tier support capacity
What does Leidos need from me?
Experience in Postgres Database administration
Proficiency in SQL programming, especially with PostgreSQL (PL-SQL experience is a plus)
Ability to resolve SQL performance issues
Experience with AWS Database services such as RDS and Aurora
Experience leading a team of Data Engineers in an Agile/Scrum environment
Good communication skills
Experience estimating task effort and dependencies
The following skills are advantageous:
Experience with AWS Aurora or similar RDS managed databases
Large-scale data migration experience
Familiarity with DB2 and Oracle
Scripting skills, e.g., Python
Expertise with AWS Data Migration Services (DMS)
Clearance Requirements:
This role requires attainment and maintenance of DV clearance.
What we do for you:
At Leidos, we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team, and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful careers, a collaborative culture, and support your career goals, all while promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Our benefits include:
Contributory Pension Scheme
Private Medical Insurance
33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
Flexible benefits (life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, holiday purchase options, cycle to work scheme)
Dynamic Working
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from all parts of the community and are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, value all perspectives, and provide equal opportunities. If you have a disability or need adjustments during the application process, please let us know.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & EUROPE

– we make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering, and science.
Leidos

is a growing company delivering innovative solutions focused on safeguarding capabilities and transforming frontline services. Our UK work includes addressing complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety, security, and transportation.
What Makes Us Different:
Purpose:

Use your passion and skills at Leidos to keep people safe. We are leaders in machine learning, AI, cybersecurity, and solutions, helping to build a safer world and inspiring change.
Collaboration:

Enjoy flexible working options to be part of our team. We support working from home, the office, or on-site with the right digital tools.
People:

We empower individuals from all backgrounds, offering opportunities to learn, grow, and be inspired. We invest in training, career development, and growth opportunities.
Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: The job may remain open for at least 3 days, with a close date no earlier than 3 days after posting.
Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range is a guideline only and not a guarantee. Factors influencing compensation include responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, and legal considerations.
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