Python Data Modelling Specialist
Python Data Modelling Specialist Glasgow (Hybrid – 3 days onsite) £60.55 per hour (Inside IR35 – PAYE only) 12 Months
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Location: Glasgow (Hybrid – 3 days on-site/week)
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Rate: £60.55 per hour (Inside IR35 – PAYE only, no Umbrella)
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Duration: 12 Months
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Interviews: On-site w/c 28/09/26 (Fast-track process)
We are seeking a hands-on Python Data Modelling Specialist to shape scalable data governance and asset modelling solutions in a high-impact, fast-paced environment. You will turn complex regulatory and metadata requirements into robust, platform-ready models and reusable design patterns, working with cutting-edge AI-assisted development tools.
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Design & Govern: Build and maintain large-scale asset models aligned with enterprise governance, maintaining them directly within Collibra.
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Develop in Python: Create high-quality data modelling and governance solutions using Pydantic for schema definition, validation, and serialization.
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Automate & Integrate: Build reusable Python libraries for data ingestion, lineage, and reporting across complex JSON, YAML, SQL, and API structures.
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Leverage AI Tools: Innovate responsibly using AI-assisted coding tools (Copilot, Cursor, Claude) to accelerate development productivity, code quality, and testing.
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Python & Pydantic: 5+ years of professional Python experience, with deep practical knowledge of Pydantic and FastAPI for data validation and schema design.
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Collibra Expertise: Strong hands-on experience with Collibra (or similar metadata platforms), including metamodel design and workflow configuration.
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Data Governance: Proven background in logical data modelling, data taxonomies, lineage, and enterprise data lifecycles under modern Git/CI/CD practices.
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AI-Assisted Dev: Experience utilizing tools like GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, or Cursor to productionize high-quality code.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
About the job
Contract Type: Temporary Interim Management
Specialism: Technology & Digital
Focus: Data Science & AI Research
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: £60 - £61 per hour + Inside IR35 - 3 days onsite per week
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Glasgow
CONTRACTORJob Reference: CSWVO7-323F0F29
Date posted: 18 September 2026
Consultant: Alex Taylor
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