Data Engineer

Are you ready to be part of something extraordinary? Here at believe housing, we’re entering into one of the most exciting chapters in our story – a bold and ambitious period of transformation that will reshape how we think, work and create exceptional value and experiences for our customers and colleagues. And we’re looking for people who want to be at the heart of that change. This transformation will see us embrace new technologies, reimagine our services and unlock the potential across every part of the business. If you thrive in fastmoving environments, love solving real problems and want to help build something brilliant for our customers — this is your moment. We’re looking for a Data Engineer to join our team on a three‑year fixed‑term contract. We believe in life without barriers, if you think you’d be great in the role, we want to hear from you. We’re interested in your skills, experience and personal values and we’re committed to being a supportive and inclusive employer. A flexible approach that works for you We’re a family‑friendly organisation, and we encourage everyone to ‘work the believe way’; keeping things simple, focusing on what matters and removing unnecessary tasks. Your working arrangements will be flexible, based on the needs of the role, our customers and your preferences (agreed with your manager). Our offices are in Seaham and Bishop Auckland, and this role will require an on-site presence for part of the week. About the role As a Data Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building and optimising scalable data pipelines that reliably support business and analytical needs. You’ll apply structured, evidence‑based problem‑solving to identify trends, diagnose root causes and generate meaningful insights, ensuring that all data outputs are accurate, consistent and supported by robust validation and automated quality processes. Your responsibilities will include: • Generate and analyse business reports to support strategic business decisions and drive improvements in operational performance, providing clear commentary and recommendations, and highlighting emerging trends or risks. • Collaborate with users to present analytical solutions and customer insights, adapting outputs to different stakeholder needs and ensuring insights are actionable, supporting evidence‑based decision‑making across the organisation. • Support the BI Developers with requirements for the design of the data warehouse and analytical data models • Interpret business requirements for bespoke data projects into technical delivery requirements, ensuring clarity, feasibility and alignment with agreed analytical approaches, and contributing to shaping the most appropriate analytical methods. • Write routines to extract data from a variety of databases and systems • Complete testing on data models and reports, highlighting and raising any issues found • Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand working practices and drive the adoption of data tools to introduce improved ways of working for the business For full details, please refer to the job description and information pack. What’s on offer? Our people are our greatest strength, and we’re committed to helping you grow, stay curious, and thrive. At believe housing, we’ve created a supportive, inclusive culture where ideas are welcomed and development is encouraged. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and we know that great experiences start with empowered colleagues. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, motivate you, and help you do your best work. We offer a competitive salary of £48,458 to £49,806 per annum and: • Up to 33 days annual leave, plus four volunteering days • A competitive pension scheme • Access to our healthcare scheme • Flexible working that supports your wellbeing • A positive, inclusive culture where growth and development are genuinely encouraged Apply now If you share our values and believe you can bring something special to this role, we’d love to hear from you. We are a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. Early applications are encouraged, as we may close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of interest. Closing date: 23:59 on Sunday 29 March 2026 Applications must be submitted via our website. Interview date: To be confirmed.