Data Engineer - Temporary
Initial 3-6 month | Greater London | Hybrid
£400-£500 per day (umbrella)
We are hiring an experienced Data Engineer for a 3-6 month fixed-term contract with a regulated resource-recovery and energy-generation operator in Greater London.
You will maintain and improve the operational data platform that moves plant, asset and business data from on-premises systems into Microsoft Azure and Microsoft Fabric. The work underpins reporting, regulatory submissions and internal BI. Roughly 60% is BAU support and enhancement; 40% is project work including data transformation and digital tracking initiatives.
What you'll do
- Design, run and optimise pipelines into Azure and Fabric
- Support Synapse, Azure Storage, Logic Apps and Fabric warehouse / lakehouse
- Integrate on-prem SQL Server and operational systems with the cloud
- Ingest plant and asset data (weights, volumes, process measurements, vehicle movements, real-time feeds)
- Build and support APIs for internal and external data exchange
- Work with IT/network on secure on-prem to cloud connectivity
- Manage Fabric / Entra access, security groups and privileged access
- Troubleshoot integration and performance issues; keep technical documentation current
- Deliver ad hoc reporting requests and support strategic data projects
What you'll need
- Solid commercial Data Engineer experience in a complex operational environment
- Hands-on Azure: Synapse, Storage, Logic Apps, data integration
- Strong Microsoft Fabric: warehousing, lakehouse, pipelines, security
- Strong Python
- On-prem SQL Server to cloud integration
- APIs, real-time / event-driven sources
- Networking and secure data movement in controlled environments
- Ability to work independently with Data, IT and operational stakeholders
Data Engineer (Temporary) in London employer: Goodman Masson Careers
Goodman Masson is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where you can truly make a difference in social housing. With a strong focus on employee development and a culture that values collaboration and innovation, you'll have the opportunity to lead impactful projects that enhance community living standards while enjoying competitive rates and flexible working arrangements. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to improving homes and ensuring safety for residents, all while advancing your career in a supportive and rewarding setting.
