Data Engineer

Due to growth within UK programmes, we will need talented Data Engineers throughout the course of 2026. If you have a full understanding of the principles of Data Engineering and prior experience as a Data Engineer we would love to hear from you. Being part of the Leidos team is a commitment to push you and those around you to do better, constantly adapt and learn new technologies.

Leidos is a global science and technology solutions leader working to solve the world's toughest challenges in defence, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and health markets. 33,000 employees support vital missions for governments and commercial customers.

You will focus on the use of modern technologies across a wide range of industries, leaning towards government organisations and national security agencies.

• Provide data engineer skills and produce solution designs as part of both bid and delivery processes.
• Work with delivery teams to design and implement modern, scalable data products using a range of new and emerging technologies.
• Lead on all data solution aspects including setting data standards and providing deep technical expertise to programme teams.
• Utilise the concepts and principles of data modelling and produce relevant data models across multiple subject areas.
• Collaborate with customers on all aspects of data management including the assurance and integration of data services to meet the needs of multiple lines of business.
• Recognise and exploit business opportunities by leveraging data engineering and design best practice.
• Communicate effectively across organisational, technical and political boundaries, understanding the context.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisation, communication and leadership skills, who has:

• Previous experience as a Data Engineer or background in Data Management.
• Data Modelling and Database Design.
• Data Platform Modernisation.
• Biometric Data Management and associated legislation.
• Data Science / Analytics.
• Predictive Scaling techniques.
• Data Warehousing & Business Intelligence.
• Data Migration.
• Metadata Management.
• Stakeholder Management & Data Governance.
• Pre‑sales content contribution and pricing for new business pursuits.
• Large‑scale Data Management (petabytes).
• Understanding or experience working within a Scaled Agile, or Agile delivery methodology.
• Understanding of operating within a secure by design delivery approach.

Security clearance for Role SC. Must be willing to undergo SC or DV clearance depending on the security requirements for the role.

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).
• Flexible working scheme.

We welcome applications from every part of the community and are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.