Data Engineer – Newcastle - £50,000 to £90,000 per year DOE – On-site
FryerMiles are delighted to be working with a growing technical consultancy who are looking to recruit multiple Data Engineers to join their Defence team in Newcastle.
You’ll build the data applications and pipelines that underpin complex Defence & National Security programmes, from Proof of Concept through to fully engineered production solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and build data-intensive applications and pipelines from ingestion through to consumption.
- Build reliable, production-ready solutions using Python and SQL.
- Test, troubleshoot and improve data products, ensuring quality and reliability.
- Work with technical teams and Defence customers to solve complex data challenges.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong Python and SQL skills.
- Experience designing and building data applications and pipelines.
- Strong software and data engineering fundamentals.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
- First-class or 2:1 degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Physics or a related discipline from a Russell Group university.
Desirable Experience
- Spark and/or Databricks.
- Airflow or similar orchestration tools.
- Distributed computing and large-scale data processing.
- Defence or National Security experience.
Essential Requirements
- UK national and eligible to obtain UK SC-level Security Clearance.
- Visa sponsorship is not available.
- Willingness to travel to Defence customer sites across the UK when required, including 2–3 days per week or shorter periods of full-time travel.
If you’re a Data Engineer looking to work on complex Defence & National Security programmes, we’d love to hear from you.
Data Engineer – Newcastle - £50,000 to £90,000 per year DOE – On-site
Data Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: FryerMiles Careers
As a WINTEL Engineer with our Major Defence Prime in Basingstoke, you will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work culture that prioritises national security and innovation. We offer competitive daily rates, opportunities for professional growth within a highly secure environment, and the chance to work alongside multidisciplinary teams on critical projects that make a real difference. Join us to enhance your skills while contributing to vital national security capabilities.
