Data Engineer | Outside IR35 | £400 - £500 | 6 months | Hybrid Nottingham

We’re looking for a highly skilled Data Engineer to join a growing data team supporting a large-scale modern data platform project. Working 3 days a week onsite on the outskirts of Nottingham, you’ll be a key contributor in evolving the organisation’s data capability, focusing on best-practice engineering, clean architecture, and high-value BI delivery.

Key Responsibilities *Design, build and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines using Azure Data Factory and Databricks.
*Develop scalable data models and transformations using SQL and Python.
*Work hands-on with Databricks (Lakehouse, Delta tables, notebooks, workflows).
*Deliver high-quality dashboards and reporting solutions using Power BI.
*Implement best practices for data quality, governance, lineage and automation.
*Collaborate with cross-functional teams including analysts, product owners and business stakeholders.
*Support performance tuning, cost optimisation and reliability improvements across the data estate.
*Document pipelines, models and processes to ensure smooth knowledge transfer.
Technical Skills Required
*Databricks – notebooks, Delta Lake, Spark (PySpark desirable)
*Power BI – data modelling, DAX, dashboard/report development
*SQL – advanced querying, performance optimisation, data modelling
*Python – scripting, transformation logic, automation
*Azure Data Factory – pipelines, triggers, mapping data flows
*Understanding of data warehousing / lakehouse principles
*Experience working in cloud-based data ecosystems (Azure)
*Strong appreciation of data quality, governance and best practices
If this is a role that suits your skillset, can work onsite 3 days per week and immediately available then please apply for the job advert directly or reach out to myself at .