Job Details

Data Engineer

Remote (UK-based) | Occasional travel for team collaboration
Full-time | Healthcare Staffing Sector

About the Role

Weandrsquo;re looking for a Data Engineer to design, build, and optimise scalable, secure, and high-performing data solutions that power a growing national healthcare staffing business.

This is a key, senior technical role within the data function. Youandrsquo;ll work closely with the Lead Technology Architect to define and implement how data is structured, governed, and utilised across the organisation. Youandrsquo;ll have real ownership and the opportunity to shape the future of data across the business.

What Youandrsquo;ll Be Doing

Azure andamp; Data Architecture

• Design and implement scalable data architecture across Azure services
• Optimise Azure environments for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency
• Manage governance frameworks, tagging, and cloud spend controls
• Develop Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / ARM templates)
• Maintain disaster recovery, backup, and rollback strategies

Data Pipelines andamp; Integration

• Build and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines
• Orchestrate data workflows using Azure Data Factory
• Enhance Databricks (Delta Lake) medallion architecture
• Implement real-time and near real-time data processing
• Monitor pipelines with automated alerting

Data Modelling andamp; Governance

• Design scalable data models for operational and reporting needs
• Develop dimensional and reference data models
• Maintain data documentation, lineage, and governance frameworks
• Implement audit trails and data access logging

Business Intelligence andamp; Reporting

• Build and optimise Power BI semantic layers and data marts
• Ensure high-quality, reliable, and performant reporting data
• Implement data refresh strategies and incremental loads
• Configure secure access including Row-Level Security

Application andamp; API Data Services

• Develop and maintain API endpoints
• Ensure consistency across CRM systems and web platforms
• Implement caching and mobile-first data strategies

Security andamp; Compliance

• Implement secure data sharing and encryption standards
• Ensure best practice security across all data assets

What Weandrsquo;re Looking For

Essential Skills

• Strong experience with Azure (Data Factory, Databricks, Azure SQL, Storage, Logic Apps)
• Advanced T-SQL, database design, and performance tuning
• Proven experience building data pipelines and integrations (ETL/ELT)
• Strong Power BI skills (DAX, Power Query, semantic modelling)
• Solid understanding of data security (OAuth, SAML, encryption)
• Experience with cloud cost optimisation and governance

Experience

• 5+ years in Data Engineering or similar role
• Proven delivery of scalable cloud-based data solutions
• Experience working with complex, multi-system integrations
• Experience in regulated industries (e.g. healthcare) is a plus

Desirable

• Databricks / Apache Spark
• Azure DevOps andamp; CI/CD pipelines
• Microsoft Fabric / Synapse
• CRM integrations (e.g. Eclipse, CareLineLive)
• Power Platform (Power Apps / Automate)
• Data warehouse / lakehouse architecture

What Youandrsquo;ll Bring

• A proactive, self-driven approach with strong ownership
• Exceptional attention to detail and documentation
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business value
• A collaborative mindset across technical and non-technical teams
• Curiosity and a drive to continuously improve systems and processes

Whatandrsquo;s in It for You

• Remote-first working with flexibility
• Opportunity to own and shape a modern data platform
• Exposure to a diverse tech stack (Azure, Databricks, Power BI, APIs)
• Work in a growing, purpose-driven healthcare organisation
• Real impact on business performance and decision-making

Apply Now

If youandrsquo;re a hands-on Data Engineer who wants to take ownership of a growing data function and build something meaningful, weandrsquo;d love to hear from you.