Data Engineer

Data Engineer (Senior Consultant) Salary | Up to £65,000 plus benefits Location | Bristol, UK | Hybrid with on-site requirements We're recruiting on behalf of a leading strategy, operations and digital consultancy. This is a people-first business with a genuine delivery focus, not just PowerPoint decks, but hands-on implementation that creates lasting value for clients. This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Data Engineer who wants variety, real impact, and the chance to work across product development, client delivery, and cutting-edge technology challenges.

What You'll Be Doing • Designing and building robust data pipelines for streamed, batched, and on-demand data sources • Owning ETL/ELT processes and maintaining automation for data collection and analysis • Working closely with product owners, data scientists, and infrastructure engineers to deliver scalable solutions • Contributing to the consultancy's proprietary platform development • Working in an Agile delivery model (Discovery – Alpha – Beta – Live) aligned to GDS standards • Engaging with client stakeholders to understand their data landscape, security requirements, and digital maturity • Coaching and mentoring junior team members What We're Looking For • Strong data engineering experience, including complex data pipeline design • Cloud platform expertise — Azure-centric, with solid knowledge of Azure Data Factory and related Azure data services • Strong SQL and data modelling skills • Experience with API-based integrations and SaaS platform connectivity • Comfortable working independently and presenting technical concepts to non-technical audiences • A growth mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management skills • Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC level) Why This Role? ✔️ Work across a genuinely varied portfolio, no two engagements are the same ✔️ Contribute to both client delivery and internal product development ✔️ Join a team of subject matter experts in a people-first culture ✔️ Real career progression ✔️ Hybrid working with flexibility across home, office, and client sites If you are a data engineer with a passion for working client-side and data platforms. Please don't hesitate to apply!! *Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, not all applicants will receive feedback*