Data Platform Engineer

Data Platform Engineer- 12 month contract - Warton Aerodrome (Remote) - £74.26 ph UMB or £55 ph PAYE (Inside IR35)

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The Role

As a Data Platform Engineer in a highly regulated environment, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure and scalable data infrastructure that supports both cloud and on premises platforms.

You will play a key role in ensuring that all data systems comply with industry regulations and security standards while enabling efficient access for analytics and operational teams.

A strong command of Apache NiFi is essential for this role.

You will be expected to design, implement, and maintain data flows using NiFi, ensuring accurate, efficient, and secure data ingestion, transformation, and delivery.

You should be adept at identifying and resolving issues within NiFi flows, managing performance bottlenecks, and implementing robust error handling strategies.

You'll work closely with cross-functional teams including data architects, compliance officers, and cybersecurity specialists to integrate data from various systems such as databases, APIs, and cloud platforms.

Role Responsiblities:

Not limited to...

Design, develop, and maintain robust and secure data pipelines using NiFi and related big data technologies.
Troubleshoot and optimize NiFi flows, including performance tuning, error resolution, and flow control.
Integrate NiFi with cloud platforms, databases (SQL & NoSQL), APIs, and third-party systems.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and security requirements across data storage, transfer, and access layers.
Support data migration efforts and implement disaster recovery protocols.
Continuously monitor data infrastructure performance and recommend improvements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align data platform capabilities with business needs and compliance requirements.
Maintain documentation of data flows and processes, ensuring knowledge sharing and operational transparency.

What are BAE Systems looking for from you?

Over 3 years of relevant experience in data engineering, platform engineering, or a related field.
Proficiency in Java and SQL.
Deep understanding of core NiFi concepts: FlowFiles, Processors, Controller Services, Schedulers, Web UI.
Knowledge of data modeling, replication, and query optimization.
Experience designing and optimizing data flows for batch, real-time streaming, and event-driven architectures.

Security Requirements: SC & UK EYES ONLY

This role will require the person to hold full Security Clearance (SC) prior to working onsite. You will need to obtain a BPSS check as part of this process. You must currently hold or be eligible and willing to obtain SC and you must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship and have lived and worked in the UK for a minimum 5 year period. If you are unsure as to whether you are eligible, please contact me to discuss.

This role also requires you to be a sole British national and therefore hold no other nationalities