Data System Engineer

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a technically proficient and strategically minded Data Federation Engineer to join a high-impact programme focused on enabling secure, decentralised data exchange across organisational boundaries. This role is integral to the design, implementation, and operationalisation of a federated data-sharing platform, supporting public sector collaboration, digital transformation, and cross-entity interoperability.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong, hands-on experience with Apache Kafka – including producer/consumer patterns, topic management, and streaming architecture.
• Proficiency in Java – with a background in building secure, scalable microservices (preferably with Spring Boot or equivalent frameworks).
• Solid experience in Python – particularly for scripting, automation, and data processing tasks.
• Demonstrated experience in deploying federated or decentralised data solutions that prioritise secure access, data sovereignty, and compliance.
• Familiarity with working in or alongside public sector organisations or regulated environments (desirable).

Role and Responsibilities:

• Strong, hands-on experience with Apache Kafka – including producer/consumer patterns, topic management, and streaming architecture.
• Proficiency in Java – with a background in building secure, scalable microservices (preferably with Spring Boot or equivalent frameworks).
• Solid experience in Python – particularly for scripting, automation, and data processing tasks.
• Demonstrated experience in deploying federated or decentralised data solutions that prioritise secure access, data sovereignty, and compliance.
• Familiarity with working in or alongside public sector organisations or regulated environments (desirable).

NB: Candidates must be eligible for BPSS security clearance which will processed following successful interviews (7-10 days).

Applications:

To learn and understand more about our client’s new six month contract role operating as a Data Federation Engineer on a remote-working basis here in the UK; please call and speak with Edward Laing here at ISR on 07436 071 872 or please email me a copy of your latest CV (edward@isr.uk.com) for an immediate call back in the very strictest of confidence.

Please call Edward here at ISR on 07436 071 872 to learn more about our client and how they are leading the way in developing the next-generation of technical solutions through innovation and transformational technology?