Data Engineer - FTC 18-24m

We’re looking for a Data Engineer to join our growing team and help design and implement data management solutions that support business operations and delivery goals. This is a fixed term contract for 18-24months based in either Glasgow or Edinburgh. The client works hybrid working but you will be expected to be on site for 2/3 days a week so easily commutable is essential. Salary is paying between £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience. What you’ll do: • Design and develop solutions aligned with our Technology Strategy and standards. • Work with SQL Server to create and optimise tables, views, stored procedures, and functions. • Collaborate with business teams to capture requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose solutions. • Take ownership of data lifecycle considerations, ensuring data integrity, consistency, and performance. • Contribute to peer reviews, testing strategies, and configuration management. • Deliver projects to tight deadlines while identifying opportunities for operational enhancements. 🔧 What we’re looking for: • Strong experience with Microsoft SQL Server (design, optimisation, complex queries, and performance tuning). • Hands-on expertise in SSRS and SSIS. • Proven ability to deliver in client-facing and operational environments. • Experience working closely with business areas to translate needs into data-driven solutions. • Strong analytical skills, problem-solving mindset, and a collaborative approach. Desirable skills (not essential, but great if you have them): • Data warehousing • Azure DevOps • C# / Visual Studio • Power BI or other visualisation tools • Agile delivery experience • Investment/Wealth Management sector background What we value: Our culture is built on exceeding client expectations, innovation and collaboration, and ownership with accountability. We believe in delivering exceptional client service while maintaining strong risk and control practices.