Job Title: Data Engineer (Defence, SQL Focus)
Location: South West England (3 days onsite per week)
Contract Type: Inside IR35
Rate: Up to £850 per day
Duration: 6 months
Are you a Data Engineer with strong SQL expertise and current, transferable SC clearance and sole UK nationality? Do you want to contribute to a critical defence project in the cutting-edge AI space?
We're seeking a talented Data Engineer to join our team on a 6-month contract, working inside IR35 with a competitive rate of up to £850 per day. You'll work onsite in South West England for 3 days a week, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver impactful solutions in a secured environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* SQL Expertise: Use your deep knowledge of SQL (preferably Postgres or CockroachDB) to deliver performant, scalable solutions.
* Database Deployment & Support: Deploy and support databases while applying best practices for configuration and performance.
* Query Optimization: Write and optimize database queries to improve performance and fill current skill gaps.
* Database Evaluation: Evaluate the pros and cons of SQL and NoSQL solutions to inform strategic decision-making.
* Containerized Environments: (Desirable) Leverage experience with containerized databases (e.g., Docker) to guide deployment and troubleshoot quirks.
* Secured Environments: Bring your expertise in databases within secured (defence, financial, etc.) and assured environments.
* Flyway Migration: Work with Flyway for database version control and migrations.
Skills & Experience:
* Current or transferable SC clearance is essential.
* Strong proficiency in SQL databases (Postgres, CockroachDB preferred; Oracle considered).
* Experience in both deploying and supporting databases, as well as writing and optimizing queries.
* Knowledge of NoSQL databases is advantageous.
* Familiarity with containerized environments (e.g., Docker) is a plus.
* Proven experience in secured and assured environments, such as defence or finance.
* Hands-on experience with database tools like Flyway.
What's in it for you?
* Competitive daily rate of up to £850.
* Opportunity to contribute to a high-impact AI and defence project.
* Hybrid working arrangement with 3 days onsite per week in South West England.
Keywords:
Postgres | CockroachDB | SQL | NoSQL | Docker | Flyway | Database Deployment | Defence