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Description THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAYWe are looking fora Lead Data Engineer to join us on a permanentbasis.  We need talented individuals to apply their dataengineering and software development skills for solving datachallenges to support a major UK Government programme fromlocations throughout the UK.You will work closely with deliverymanagers, fellow technical specialists, external partners and ourcustomer’s teams to support the discovery, design, delivery andoperation of a wide range of data solutions. It is a great place tobe able to use your skills, learn from others and form one of thebest performing teams in the business.This position is a full time,permanent role and applicants must have (or be able to acquire) SCclearance.  Ad-hoc travel may be required to various customerand Leidos sitesYour responsibilities will include:Lead andco-ordinate teams, setting best practice and standardsDesign andimplementation of numerous complex data flows to connectoperational systems, data for analytics and business intelligence(BI) systemsBuild, Maintain and Operate Data environments anddata-streaming systemsRecognise and share opportunities to reuseexisting data flows between teamsBeing proactive in evaluating anddeveloping tools and technologies in improving the data analyticsplatformsArchitect and/or evaluate data analytics solutions, applyknowledge of systems integrationSupporting the development of datamigration, data integration and data processing processesSupportingthe creation of project plans, identification of risks, andgeneration of risk mitigation plansProvide mentoring andcoachingPROFILERequired skills:Experience of setting up andadministering AWS or Azure data platforms and analyticsservicesExperience of Power BI or Pentaho BAExperience of workingin an agile software development environmentExperience estimatingtask effort and identifying dependenciesExcellent communicationskillsFamiliarity with Python and its numerical, data and machinelearning librariesDesired skills:Experience of configuring andusing ETL platforms such as SSIS, AWS or Azure DataFactoryExperience of Hadoop and JenkinsAzure CertifiedAWSCertifiedFamiliarity with JavaWhat we do for you:At Leidos we arePASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED tomake a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, acollaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all whilenurturing a healthy work-life balance.We provide an employmentpackage that attracts, develops and retains only the best intalent. Our reward scheme includes:Contributory PensionSchemePrivate Medical Insurance33 days Annual Leave (includingpublic and privilege holidays)Access to Flexible benefits(including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annualbuy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)DynamicWorking Commitment to Diversity:We welcome applications fromevery part of the community and are committed to a truly diverseand inclusive culture.  We foster a sense of belonging,welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equalaccess to opportunities and resources for everyone.  Ifyou have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during theapplication and selection stages please let us know, and we willrespond in a way that best fits your needs.Who We Are:Leidos UK& Europe – we work to make theworld safer, healthier, and more efficient throughtechnology, engineering and science.Leidos is a growingcompany delivering innovative technology and solutions focused onsafeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontlineservices, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing someof the most complex problems in government, defence, healthcare,safety and security, and transportation.Original PostingDate:2025-02-26While subject to change based on business needs,Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remainopen for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of noearlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listedabove.Pay Range:The Leidos pay range for this job level is ageneral guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation orsalary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include(but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education,experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internalequity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement(if any), or other law.

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