At a Glance
- Tasks: Build and optimise secure cloud-based data pipelines for government analytics.
- Company: Join a leading tech team supporting central government projects.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible work location, and contract duration.
- Other info: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on government data initiatives while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Active SC clearance and proven Data Engineer experience in regulated environments.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Rate: Up to £650 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: London or Manchester (1-2 days per week on-site)
Contract: 6 months
Clearance: Active SC required
We're hiring an experienced SC-cleared Data Engineer to support a large-scale central government data programme. This role focuses on building, optimising, and maintaining secure, cloud-based data pipelines to enable analytics, reporting, and insight across complex government environments. You'll work as part of a multidisciplinary data team alongside architects, analysts, and platform engineers, contributing to modern data platforms spanning AWS and Microsoft ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on scalable, well-governed data ingestion and transformation.
Key Requirements
- Active Security Clearance (SC) - must be current and transferable
- Proven experience as a Data Engineer within central government or regulated environments
- Strong experience with AWS data services, including: Athena, Glue, and S3
- Building and managing ETL/ELT pipelines
SC Cleared Data Engineer - Contract employer: Sanderson Government and Defence
As a leading employer in the data engineering sector, we offer an exciting opportunity to work on impactful government projects in either London or Manchester. Our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and professional growth, with access to cutting-edge technologies and a supportive team environment. Enjoy competitive rates and the flexibility of hybrid working, making this role not just a job, but a meaningful career path in the public sector.
Contact Details:
Sanderson Government and Defence Recruitment Team
