Data Engineer SQL - Remote (m/w/d)

Intellect Group
Cambridge
3 days ago
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Job Title: Junior Data Engineer Location: Fully Remote (UK-based applicants only, with optional weekly co-working in Cambridge) Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Sector: Data & AI Consultancy – Banking & Video Gaming Salary: Competitive, based on experience About the Role Intellect Group is excited to be working with a specialist data consultancy based in Cambridge, known for delivering advanced solutions across the Banking and Video Gaming industries. Their services span Digital Transformation , Machine Learning & AI , Data Engineering , and Data Science , offering a truly dynamic environment for curious minds. We're looking for a Junior Data Engineer to join this forward-thinking team. This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or someone with up to three years’ industry experience who wants to rapidly develop their skills while working on impactful projects. The role is fully remote , but the team encourages a weekly meet-up in Cambridge to support professional development, co-working, and collaboration. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain scalable data pipelines and ETL workflows Assist in the design and implementation of cloud-based data architectures Collaborate with data scientists to support ML/AI project delivery Integrate and process data from APIs, databases, and flat files Write clean, reusable code to automate data workflows and ensure data integrity Take part in regular knowledge sharing and team learning sessions Candidate Profile ~ Degree in Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related discipline 0–3 years’ experience as a Data Engineer or Data Scientist ~ Proficiency in Python and SQL ~ Solid understanding of data principles, structures, and ETL processes ~ Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure) Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude ~ UK-based with the option to attend weekly meet-ups in Cambridge Nice to Have Databricks PySpark Pandas These are not essential but will be highly beneficial in this role. What’s On Offer ~ Fully remote working with flexible hours ~ Weekly in-person collaboration (optional) at the team’s Cambridge hub ~ Frequent social trips – past destinations include Italy , The Peak District , and more ~6% pension contribution ~ Fast-tracked growth within a collaborative, highly skilled team ~ Work on projects across two fast-paced industries with real-world impact

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