Data Engineer Warrington, North West England, England
Job description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our team at GovData. As a Data Engineer specializing in Public Sector Frameworks, you will play a crucial role in enabling private sector companies to gain access to UK public sector.
At GovData, we are a high-growth company with ambitious plans to expand our operations globally. We are actively seeking funding to support our growth objectives and enhance our technological capabilities. As a Data Engineer, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our company's rapid expansion and be part of a dynamic team working towards a global presence.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain web scraping solutions to extract relevant data from public sector websites and portals.
- Create, implement, and maintain APIs to facilitate data retrieval, integration, and exchange between various systems and platforms.
- Design, develop, and manage databases to efficiently store and organize the extracted data.
- Implement robust ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes to ensure accurate and timely data integration and transformation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and ensure data solutions align with business needs.
- Continuously monitor and optimize data pipelines, APIs, and databases for performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Ensure data quality and integrity through data validation, cleansing, and normalization techniques.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices related to data engineering, web scraping, APIs, databases, and ETL processes.
- Provide technical guidance and support to team members as needed.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in web scraping, API creation, and maintenance.
- Strong expertise in database design, development, and management.
- Proficiency in ETL processes and tools for data integration and transformation.
- Solid programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or SQL.
- Familiarity with data storage technologies like SQL databases, NoSQL databases, and data warehouses.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Knowledge of data visualization and reporting tools, preferably Power BI or Tableau.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience or familiarity with the UK is a plus.
Join GovData and contribute to streamlining access to UK public sector frameworks and DPS for private sector companies. This role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a meaningful impact on public-private collaborations.
To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant portfolio or project examples demonstrating your expertise in web scraping, API creation, database management, and ETL processes.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Warrington: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Data Engineer
About GovData
CEO: Christian Hugo
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 51 to 200 Employees
Type: Company - Private
Website: www.govdata.co.uk
Year Founded: 2006
