Data Engineer

Contract Role: Data Engineer Contract Location: London or Sheffield (Hybrid) Contract Duration: 6 months initially Contract Start Date: Immediate Contract Classification: Inside IR35 Role Overview This is an exciting opportunity to join Deloitte for an engagement with a leading global Tier 1 Financial Services organisation. We are looking for a Data Engineer to build and optimise scalable data pipelines supporting workflow data platforms. The role will focus on ensuring high-quality, reliable, and accessible data for analytics and AI initiatives. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines. • Integrate data from multiple operational and workflow systems. • Build and optimise cloud-based data platforms and architectures. • Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are maintained. • Support AI and analytics teams with reliable data infrastructure. • Monitor pipeline performance and troubleshoot data issues. • Collaborate across engineering, analytics, and business teams. Required Skills & Experience • Strong experience with SQL and Python for data engineering. • Experience with ETL tools and data orchestration frameworks. • Knowledge of Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Snowflake, or similar platforms. • Experience with cloud-based data architectures. • Understanding of data modelling and database design principles. • Familiarity with CI/CD and DevOps practices. Desirable Skills • Experience supporting AI or machine learning workloads. • Knowledge of streaming data technologies. • Experience working in regulated or enterprise environments.