Data Engineer
Data Engineer Remote £50,000 to 60,000 per annum Permanent
I am currently looking for a Data Engineer to join a forward-thinking consultancy that is dedicated to transforming its customers data landscapes. This role offers the chance to play a pivotal part in migrating legacy systems to modern cloud-based solutions.
Data Engineer – What will you be doing?
• Leading the migration of existing legacy systems to a robust Kubernetes cluster, ensuring seamless transition and minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess current data infrastructure and develop comprehensive plans for cloud readiness and modernisation.
• Designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable data pipelines that support both current and future organisational needs.
• Monitoring system performance post-migration, proactively identifying areas for optimisation and improvement within the new cloud environment.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives by recommending new tools or methodologies that enhance efficiency or reliability within the data engineering function.
Data Engineer – What will you need?
• Candidate must be eligible for SC clearance.
• Demonstrated experience migrating complex legacy systems into modern cloud-based environments using Kubernetes clusters.
• Proven track record of preparing organisations for cloud adoption by assessing existing infrastructure and implementing readiness strategies.
• Strong background in stakeholder engagement, including gathering requirements, communicating progress, and managing expectations effectively.
• Solid understanding of designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines within distributed computing environments.
Robert Walters are proud to specialise in BI & Data recruitment across the UK, offering amazing opportunities on a permanent and interim basis. We are also proud to be heading up the Data Leaders roundtables and PBI BRUM meetup group, bringing new and exciting networking opportunities to candidates and clients in the Midlands.
If you would be interested in speaking about the role or having a general chat about your job search, please send your CV to matthew.collier@robertwalters.com.
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About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Technology & Digital
Focus: Data Analysis & Business Intelligence
Industry: Consultancy
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: Remote
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: Cardiff
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 4U5WAR-70E3ED4D
Date posted: 1 April 2026
Consultant: Matthew Collier
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