Contract Data Architect/Engineer

Contract Data Engineer (GCP / BigQuery) Location: Hybrid - Southampton (initial on-site scoping required) Duration: 2 months IR35 Status: Small Company Exemption Start: ASAP Overview We are supporting a client that are embarking on the initial build of a centralised data platform within Google Cloud Platform (GCP). To support, they require an experienced Contract Data Engineer to lead the design and initial implementation of a scalable data platform, enabling trusted reporting across clinical, operational, commercial and finance functions. This engagement will focus on establishing strong data foundations, governance, and an initial BI reporting layer. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement a GCP-native data platform, centred around BigQuery • Build data ingestion pipelines, including integration of financial data from Stripe • Work closely with Finance and business stakeholders to define core business metrics and data points • Move reporting workloads away from production systems into a structured warehouse environment • Design logical dataset layering (raw → cleaned → curated) • Develop SQL-first transformation pipelines within BigQuery • Establish data quality checks and monitoring processes • Create a curated BI-ready data layer • Support development of initial dashboards (Looker Studio preferred) • Define data governance, ownership and metric definitions • Produce clear architectural documentation and handover materials Required Experience • Strong commercial experience as a Data Engineer within cloud environments • Proven delivery using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) • Deep experience with BigQuery • Experience building scalable ELT/ETL data pipelines • Strong SQL and data modelling capability • Experience integrating third-party SaaS platforms (e.g. Stripe or similar) Desired Skills and Experience Required Experience • Strong commercial experience as a Data Engineer within cloud environments • Proven delivery using Google Cloud Platform (GCP) • Deep experience with BigQuery • Experience building scalable ELT/ETL data pipelines • Strong SQL and data modelling capability • Experience integrating third-party SaaS platforms (e.g. Stripe or similar) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.