Data Engineer

As a Data Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and maintaining our analytics platform, enabling data-driven decision-making across the organisation. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to streamline workflows, automate processes, and ensure the accuracy and reliability of data. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about leveraging data to create business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimise our Azure environment for performance, security, and scalability.
• Design and build scalable data pipelines using Spark, PySpark, and SQL within a Databricks environment.
• Structure data in Delta Lake format to support medallion architecture layers.
• Develop and refine Power BI dashboards, reports, and apps that are insightful and user-friendly.
• Automate reporting processes using Power Platform, Power Apps, and SharePoint.
• Ensure robust data governance, security, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Provide training and documentation to empower colleagues to access and interpret data independently.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Power Query, SQL, Power BI, and other systems.
• Collaborate with operational teams to generate actionable insights and influence business activities.

About You
We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong experience in data modelling, ETL processes, and business intelligence tools.
• Proficiency in Python or SQL for data analysis and processing.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud.
• Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR).
• Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Desirable:

• Experience with Databricks, Delta Lake, and medallion architecture.
• Knowledge of CI/CD practices and Agile methodologies.
• Understanding of Microsoft Fabric services.

Our Core Values:  

➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.  

➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.  

➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support. 

➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality. 

➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect. 

➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved. 

➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.  

Why Choose Us?  

✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.  

✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.  

✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.  

✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.  

Still not convinced?  

👍We have been recognised as a Top Employer 2025 in the United Kingdom.  

👍We have been named as a Top 50 Inspiring Workplace Uk & Ireland 

👍We are a Disability confident committed company.   

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.