Senior Data Engineer / BI Analyst | Leadership | Data Analytics | Power BI | Central Ipswich Are you an experienced data professional who thrives on building robust pipelines, crafting actionable insights, and mentoring a team of analysts? Do you enjoy working with modern technologies while driving data-led transformation and innovation? This could be your ideal opportunity Location : Central Ipswich, UK Salary : Up to £60,000, dependent on experience and technical expertise Work Pattern : Flexible; ideally 3 days on-site with up to 2 remote days weekly following probation Overview: We’re looking for a Senior Data Engineer & BI Analyst to take a hands-on role in developing scalable data systems, creating impactful business insights, and guiding a talented team. With a 40/40/20 split between data engineering, BI, and mentoring, this role offers a dynamic mix of technical challenges and leadership responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Data Engineering (40%) : Design, build, and maintain robust ETL pipelines to support seamless data integration and transformation. Develop scalable data architecture to enable high-quality analytics and reporting. Work with cloud-based platforms like Azure or AWS to manage and optimize data systems. Business Intelligence (40%) : Create compelling visualizations and dashboards using tools like Power BI or Tableau to communicate key business insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address analytical needs, aligning with strategic goals. Develop and automate KPI tracking to improve business performance. Mentorship (20%) : Lead and mentor a team of BI analysts, fostering their development and ensuring project delivery excellence. Encourage the adoption of innovative tools, techniques, and best practices across the team. Process Optimization & Governance : Enhance data workflows to improve efficiency and scalability. Ensure compliance with data governance principles, maintaining quality and security standards. Stakeholder Collaboration : Partner with senior leaders to understand business challenges and deliver data-driven solutions. Proactively identify opportunities to align data strategies with business objectives. About You: Proven experience in data engineering and business intelligence, with a passion for mentoring and leadership. Skilled in building and optimizing ETL pipelines, with strong knowledge of tools like SQL, Azure Data Factory, or similar. Proficient in data visualization and analytics platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, or Alteryx. Understanding of modern data solutions, including data warehouses, data lakes, and cloud infrastructure. Adept at problem-solving, with a logical approach to complex challenges and a drive for continuous improvement. Strong communication skills, able to present technical findings to non-technical stakeholders effectively. What’s In It for You? Competitive Salary Package : Reflective of your experience and expertise. Work-Life Balance : Hybrid working with a blend of office and remote flexibility. Career Development : Opportunities to grow into a leadership role and explore the latest technologies in data and analytics. 25 Days Annual Leave : Plus bank holidays. Modern Central Office : Free parking and excellent public transport links. Inclusive Culture : Regular social and professional events to connect and collaborate. If you’re a skilled data engineer and BI expert eager to lead and innovate, let’s discuss how this role can elevate your career Keywords : Data Engineering | Business Intelligence | ETL | Data Analytics | Power BI | SQL | Data Governance | Azure | Tableau | Cloud Infrastructure | Mentorship | Process Improvement | KPI Tracking | Dashboards