The Role
We are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join us on a permanent basis. We need talented individuals to apply their data engineering and software development skills for solving data challenges to support a major UK Government programme from locations throughout the UK.
You will work closely with delivery managers, fellow technical specialists, external partners and our customer’s teams to support the discovery, design, delivery and operation of a wide range of data solutions. It is a great place to be able to use your skills, learn from others and form one of the best performing teams in the business.
This position is a full time, permanent role and applicants must have (or be able to acquire) SC clearance. Ad-hoc travel may be required to various customer and Leidos sites
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead and co-ordinate teams, setting best practice and standards
- Architect, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines and infrastructure across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
- Design and implementation of numerous complex data flows to connect operational systems, data for analytics and business intelligence (BI) systems
- Build, Maintain and Operate Data environments and data-streaming systems
- Recognise and share opportunities to reuse existing data flows between teams
- Being proactive in evaluating and developing tools and technologies in improving the data analytics platforms
- Architect and/or evaluate data analytics solutions, apply knowledge of systems integration
- Supporting the development of data migration, data integration and data processing processes
- Supporting the creation of project plans, identification of risks, and generation of risk mitigation plans
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of data engineers
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices in data engineering and cloud computing
What are we looking for?
- Proven leadership experience (5+ years) in data engineering, with a focus on cloud technologies (AWS, Azure), and managing and mentoring technical teams
- Experience of setting up and administering AWS or Azure data platforms and analytics services
- Expertise in Pentaho BA for data integration, workflows and ETL processes
- Proficiency in Power BI for creating insightful visualisations and reports
- Solid programming skills in Python and Java, with a focus on data engineering and system integration
- Experience of working in an agile software development environment
- Experience estimating task effort and identifying dependencies
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
It would be great if you also had:
Experience of configuring and using ETL platforms such as SSIS, AWS or Azure Data Factory
- Experience of Hadoop and Jenkins
- Azure Certified
- AWS Certified
- Familiarity with Java
- Knowledge of DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines
What we do for you:
At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.
We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Private Medical Insurance
- 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)
- Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)
- Dynamic Working
Commitment to Diversity:
We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages please let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.
Who We Are:
Leidos UK & Europe – we work to make the world safer, healthier, and more efficient through technology, engineering and science.
Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in government, defence, healthcare, safety and security, and transportation.
Original Posting:For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:Pay Range £74,700.00 - £115,502.50The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos
For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.
OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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