Systems Engineer: Infrastructure Full-time Hybrid (at least 4 days per week on-site in Bloomsbury, London) Fixed term for 1 year £43,225 per annum Application deadline: 23:59 on Sunday 15 November About the role We are seeking a practical and proactive Systems Engineer to join our Information Services department and help deliver and support critical IT infrastructure across the British Museum. This is an excellent opportunity for an infrastructure professional who enjoys hands-on technical work and wants to broaden their experience across server, network, cloud and telephony services. Working as part of a collaborative technology team, you will help maintain the availability, performance and security of the Museum's infrastructure, supporting around 1,000 colleagues as well as the systems and services used by millions of visitors. You will monitor and maintain infrastructure services, respond to incidents and alerts, carry out preventative maintenance and support upgrades and improvements. You will work closely with more senior infrastructure colleagues, the Service Desk, other Information Services teams and third-party suppliers to resolve issues and provide reliable services. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to infrastructure projects and the Museum's continuing move towards hosted cloud services. If you are a hands-on infrastructure professional who enjoys solving technical problems, working collaboratively and learning new technologies, we would love to hear from you. About you We are looking for a technically capable, organised and solutions-focused professional who works well with others and is comfortable taking responsibility for infrastructure support activities. You will bring: Practical experience and knowledge of Cisco switching and routing, Active Directory/Azure AD, Windows Server, Azure PaaS/IaaS services and PowerShell or automation. Experience supporting or delivering infrastructure projects. The ability to diagnose technical issues, respond to alerts and contribute to the effective resolution of incidents and problems. Experience working with third-party suppliers, vendors and technical colleagues. An awareness of infrastructure security, data governance, business continuity and disaster-recovery requirements. Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly. A positive, collaborative attitude and a willingness to embrace change and develop your knowledge with an organised approach. Key areas of responsibility Support the day-to-day operation, maintenance and performance of the Museum's server, network and telephony infrastructure. Monitor system health, carry out preventative maintenance and help resolve incidents and problems in line with agreed service levels. Install, commission and maintain infrastructure equipment and support planned upgrades and enhancements. Contribute to change control, system architecture and infrastructure projects, including the introduction of new technologies and services. Help ensure infrastructure services meet security, business continuity and disaster-recovery requirements. Maintain accurate technical documentation, asset records and service-performance information. Work collaboratively with senior infrastructure colleagues, the Service Desk and third-party suppliers, sharing technical knowledge and guidance where appropriate. Keep up to date with relevant developments and emerging technologies across the IT industry. The British Museum is undertaking its biggest since its founding nearly 300 years ago. This physical and intellectual transformation includes large scale building and gallery transformation, new ways of connecting with audiences and different ways of working. As we look towards this exciting future, we remain guided by the words of our founder Hans Sloane - who dreamed of a museum connecting all arts and sciences, which would be accessible to everyone, everywhere. Benefits At the British Museum, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do and have designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary. Our full list of benefits can be found , but we've outlined some highlights below: Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access. defined benefit with considerable employer contribution. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years). Discounts at onsite catering, Museum shops and local Bloomsbury partners. Social and wellbeing perks including Staff parties, social clubs, CSSC sports and leisure, and support from the Civil Service Retirement Fellowship. Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications. Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for counselling, wellbeing support and more. Our Values Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered: Care Deeply Embrace the Unknown Spark Curiosity Value Many Voices These are a core part of how we recruit. Throughout the application, interview and selection process, we look for examples of how candidates demonstrate these behaviours in their own work and experiences. We encourage you to familiarise yourself with our values and reflect them in your application. Additional details If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.
Nov 05, 2026
Full time
Systems Engineer: Infrastructure Full-time Hybrid (at least 4 days per week on-site in Bloomsbury, London) Fixed term for 1 year £43,225 per annum Application deadline: 23:59 on Sunday 15 November About the role We are seeking a practical and proactive Systems Engineer to join our Information Services department and help deliver and support critical IT infrastructure across the British Museum. This is an excellent opportunity for an infrastructure professional who enjoys hands-on technical work and wants to broaden their experience across server, network, cloud and telephony services. Working as part of a collaborative technology team, you will help maintain the availability, performance and security of the Museum's infrastructure, supporting around 1,000 colleagues as well as the systems and services used by millions of visitors. You will monitor and maintain infrastructure services, respond to incidents and alerts, carry out preventative maintenance and support upgrades and improvements. You will work closely with more senior infrastructure colleagues, the Service Desk, other Information Services teams and third-party suppliers to resolve issues and provide reliable services. The role also offers opportunities to contribute to infrastructure projects and the Museum's continuing move towards hosted cloud services. If you are a hands-on infrastructure professional who enjoys solving technical problems, working collaboratively and learning new technologies, we would love to hear from you. About you We are looking for a technically capable, organised and solutions-focused professional who works well with others and is comfortable taking responsibility for infrastructure support activities. You will bring: Practical experience and knowledge of Cisco switching and routing, Active Directory/Azure AD, Windows Server, Azure PaaS/IaaS services and PowerShell or automation. Experience supporting or delivering infrastructure projects. The ability to diagnose technical issues, respond to alerts and contribute to the effective resolution of incidents and problems. Experience working with third-party suppliers, vendors and technical colleagues. An awareness of infrastructure security, data governance, business continuity and disaster-recovery requirements. Good written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly. A positive, collaborative attitude and a willingness to embrace change and develop your knowledge with an organised approach. Key areas of responsibility Support the day-to-day operation, maintenance and performance of the Museum's server, network and telephony infrastructure. Monitor system health, carry out preventative maintenance and help resolve incidents and problems in line with agreed service levels. Install, commission and maintain infrastructure equipment and support planned upgrades and enhancements. Contribute to change control, system architecture and infrastructure projects, including the introduction of new technologies and services. Help ensure infrastructure services meet security, business continuity and disaster-recovery requirements. Maintain accurate technical documentation, asset records and service-performance information. Work collaboratively with senior infrastructure colleagues, the Service Desk and third-party suppliers, sharing technical knowledge and guidance where appropriate. Keep up to date with relevant developments and emerging technologies across the IT industry. The British Museum is undertaking its biggest since its founding nearly 300 years ago. This physical and intellectual transformation includes large scale building and gallery transformation, new ways of connecting with audiences and different ways of working. As we look towards this exciting future, we remain guided by the words of our founder Hans Sloane - who dreamed of a museum connecting all arts and sciences, which would be accessible to everyone, everywhere. Benefits At the British Museum, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do and have designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary. Our full list of benefits can be found , but we've outlined some highlights below: Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access. defined benefit with considerable employer contribution. 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and 2.5 privilege days (and +5 days after 10 years). Discounts at onsite catering, Museum shops and local Bloomsbury partners. Social and wellbeing perks including Staff parties, social clubs, CSSC sports and leisure, and support from the Civil Service Retirement Fellowship. Learning and development through courses, mentoring and Athena as well as support for professional qualifications. Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7 for counselling, wellbeing support and more. Our Values Our values drive everything we do, from how we handle our objects to how we work in our team to fostering a culture where everyone feels heard and empowered: Care Deeply Embrace the Unknown Spark Curiosity Value Many Voices These are a core part of how we recruit. Throughout the application, interview and selection process, we look for examples of how candidates demonstrate these behaviours in their own work and experiences. We encourage you to familiarise yourself with our values and reflect them in your application. Additional details If you have any additional needs that we should be aware of to support you with your application, please provide details The Museum also adheres to the HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) for pre-employment screening of Civil Servants.
Data Engineer This is a great time to join our Data & Digital team as we continue to grow our data engineering capability across complex and impactful client environments. You'll have the opportunity to design, build and maintain modern data platforms that help organisations unlock the value of their data and make better-informed decisions. Working alongside talented engineers, architects, analysts and client stakeholders, you'll contribute to solutions that support critical services across government, defence and highly regulated industries. Whether your experience has been gained through data engineering, software development, cloud platforms or a combination of technical disciplines, you'll be supported to develop your skills while working on meaningful projects that make a real difference. If you're passionate about solving problems, collaborating with others and using data to create positive outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Day to Day Design, build and maintain reliable ETL/ELT data pipelines using AWS or Azure cloud-native services and established engineering patterns Develop and support data integration components and services, including Java-based microservices where required Prepare, transform and validate structured and semi-structured data, including formats such as parquet, avro and JSON Write efficient SQL to query, validate and optimise data across cloud-based analytical platforms such as Athena, Redshift and Azure Synapse Build scalable data processing solutions using PySpark, Python and cloud-native orchestration services Implement data quality checks, validation processes, monitoring and logging to ensure trusted and reliable data delivery Support the performance tuning and optimisation of data pipelines, SQL workloads and integration services Work with AWS services such as S3, Glue, Lambda, Athena and Step Functions, or Azure equivalents including Data Lake Storage Gen2, Data Factory, Synapse, Azure Functions and Logic Apps Contribute to documentation, runbooks, data dictionaries and reusable engineering assets that support delivery teams Collaborate with data architects, analysts, software engineers and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions Support DevOps ways of working through source control, automated testing and CI/CD practices Communicate progress, risks and technical decisions effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders What's In It For You Work on impactful data engineering projects that support important services and organisations across the UK Build and enhance modern cloud-based data platforms using AWS and Azure technologies Gain hands-on experience with a wide range of data engineering, integration and analytics challenges Collaborate with experienced engineers, architects and data specialists in supportive, multidisciplinary teams Develop expertise across cloud-native data services, PySpark, SQL and modern engineering practices Access mentoring, knowledge sharing and development opportunities to help you grow your career Contribute to solutions that deliver measurable value and meaningful outcomes for clients Progress through clear technical and leadership development pathways as your experience grows Benefits A global network of expertise and opportunity A culture founded on safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging Flexible working arrangements that support your well-being and potential Investment in your development, including certifications, learning time and access to mentors Opportunities to contribute to communities of practice and internal technical initiatives Exposure to diverse projects across multiple industries and sectors Competitive benefits package including pension, holiday allowance and additional perks An inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are valued and encouraged We welcome applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences. If you don't meet every requirement listed but believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply. AWS Glue, Lambda, Step Functions or Azure Data Factory, Synapse Pipelines, Azure Functions and Logic Apps PySpark SQL (Athena, Redshift, Azure Synapse SQL) AWS S3 or Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 Python and/or Java ETL/ELT data pipeline development Data quality, validation and monitoring Git, CI/CD and Agile delivery practices Current active SC or eligibility for SC Clearance Hybrid working pattern (2-3 days/week) office/client site Manchester based Manchester Greater Manchester United Kingdom Digital and Data National Security & Defense Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals - all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs . We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here . Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Oct 27, 2026
Full time
Data Engineer This is a great time to join our Data & Digital team as we continue to grow our data engineering capability across complex and impactful client environments. You'll have the opportunity to design, build and maintain modern data platforms that help organisations unlock the value of their data and make better-informed decisions. Working alongside talented engineers, architects, analysts and client stakeholders, you'll contribute to solutions that support critical services across government, defence and highly regulated industries. Whether your experience has been gained through data engineering, software development, cloud platforms or a combination of technical disciplines, you'll be supported to develop your skills while working on meaningful projects that make a real difference. If you're passionate about solving problems, collaborating with others and using data to create positive outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Day to Day Design, build and maintain reliable ETL/ELT data pipelines using AWS or Azure cloud-native services and established engineering patterns Develop and support data integration components and services, including Java-based microservices where required Prepare, transform and validate structured and semi-structured data, including formats such as parquet, avro and JSON Write efficient SQL to query, validate and optimise data across cloud-based analytical platforms such as Athena, Redshift and Azure Synapse Build scalable data processing solutions using PySpark, Python and cloud-native orchestration services Implement data quality checks, validation processes, monitoring and logging to ensure trusted and reliable data delivery Support the performance tuning and optimisation of data pipelines, SQL workloads and integration services Work with AWS services such as S3, Glue, Lambda, Athena and Step Functions, or Azure equivalents including Data Lake Storage Gen2, Data Factory, Synapse, Azure Functions and Logic Apps Contribute to documentation, runbooks, data dictionaries and reusable engineering assets that support delivery teams Collaborate with data architects, analysts, software engineers and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions Support DevOps ways of working through source control, automated testing and CI/CD practices Communicate progress, risks and technical decisions effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders What's In It For You Work on impactful data engineering projects that support important services and organisations across the UK Build and enhance modern cloud-based data platforms using AWS and Azure technologies Gain hands-on experience with a wide range of data engineering, integration and analytics challenges Collaborate with experienced engineers, architects and data specialists in supportive, multidisciplinary teams Develop expertise across cloud-native data services, PySpark, SQL and modern engineering practices Access mentoring, knowledge sharing and development opportunities to help you grow your career Contribute to solutions that deliver measurable value and meaningful outcomes for clients Progress through clear technical and leadership development pathways as your experience grows Benefits A global network of expertise and opportunity A culture founded on safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging Flexible working arrangements that support your well-being and potential Investment in your development, including certifications, learning time and access to mentors Opportunities to contribute to communities of practice and internal technical initiatives Exposure to diverse projects across multiple industries and sectors Competitive benefits package including pension, holiday allowance and additional perks An inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are valued and encouraged We welcome applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences. If you don't meet every requirement listed but believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply. AWS Glue, Lambda, Step Functions or Azure Data Factory, Synapse Pipelines, Azure Functions and Logic Apps PySpark SQL (Athena, Redshift, Azure Synapse SQL) AWS S3 or Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 Python and/or Java ETL/ELT data pipeline development Data quality, validation and monitoring Git, CI/CD and Agile delivery practices Current active SC or eligibility for SC Clearance Hybrid working pattern (2-3 days/week) office/client site Manchester based Manchester Greater Manchester United Kingdom Digital and Data National Security & Defense Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals - all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs . We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here . Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Senior Data Engineer This is a great time to join our Data & Digital team as we continue to grow our data engineering capability across complex and impactful client environments. You'll have the opportunity to design, build and maintain modern data platforms that help organisations unlock the value of their data and make better-informed decisions. Working alongside talented engineers, architects, analysts and client stakeholders, you'll contribute to solutions that support critical services across government, defence and highly regulated industries. Whether your experience has been gained through data engineering, software development, cloud platforms or a combination of technical disciplines, you'll be supported to develop your skills while working on meaningful projects that make a real difference. If you're passionate about solving problems, collaborating with others and using data to create positive outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Day to Day Design, build and maintain reliable ETL/ELT data pipelines using AWS or Azure cloud-native services and established engineering patterns Develop and support data integration components and services, including Java-based microservices where required Prepare, transform and validate structured and semi-structured data, including formats such as parquet, avro and JSON Write efficient SQL to query, validate and optimise data across cloud-based analytical platforms such as Athena, Redshift and Azure Synapse Build scalable data processing solutions using PySpark, Python and cloud-native orchestration services Implement data quality checks, validation processes, monitoring and logging to ensure trusted and reliable data delivery Support the performance tuning and optimisation of data pipelines, SQL workloads and integration services Work with AWS services such as S3, Glue, Lambda, Athena and Step Functions, or Azure equivalents including Data Lake Storage Gen2, Data Factory, Synapse, Azure Functions and Logic Apps Contribute to documentation, runbooks, data dictionaries and reusable engineering assets that support delivery teams Collaborate with data architects, analysts, software engineers and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions Support DevOps ways of working through source control, automated testing and CI/CD practices Communicate progress, risks and technical decisions effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders What's In It For You Work on impactful data engineering projects that support important services and organisations across the UK Build and enhance modern cloud-based data platforms using AWS and Azure technologies Gain hands-on experience with a wide range of data engineering, integration and analytics challenges Collaborate with experienced engineers, architects and data specialists in supportive, multidisciplinary teams Develop expertise across cloud-native data services, PySpark, SQL and modern engineering practices Access mentoring, knowledge sharing and development opportunities to help you grow your career Contribute to solutions that deliver measurable value and meaningful outcomes for clients Progress through clear technical and leadership development pathways as your experience grows Benefits A global network of expertise and opportunity A culture founded on safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging Flexible working arrangements that support your well-being and potential Investment in your development, including certifications, learning time and access to mentors Opportunities to contribute to communities of practice and internal technical initiatives Exposure to diverse projects across multiple industries and sectors Competitive benefits package including pension, holiday allowance and additional perks An inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are valued and encouraged We welcome applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences. If you don't meet every requirement listed but believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply. AWS Glue, Lambda, Step Functions or Azure Data Factory, Synapse Pipelines, Azure Functions and Logic Apps PySpark SQL (Athena, Redshift, Azure Synapse SQL) AWS S3 or Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 Python and/or Java ETL/ELT data pipeline development Data quality, validation and monitoring Git, CI/CD and Agile delivery practices Experience being most Senior of Lead within a project Current active SC or eligibility for SC Clearance Hybrid working pattern (2-3 days/week) office/client site Manchester base Manchester Greater Manchester United Kingdom Digital and Data National Security & Defense Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals - all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs . We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here . Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Oct 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Data Engineer This is a great time to join our Data & Digital team as we continue to grow our data engineering capability across complex and impactful client environments. You'll have the opportunity to design, build and maintain modern data platforms that help organisations unlock the value of their data and make better-informed decisions. Working alongside talented engineers, architects, analysts and client stakeholders, you'll contribute to solutions that support critical services across government, defence and highly regulated industries. Whether your experience has been gained through data engineering, software development, cloud platforms or a combination of technical disciplines, you'll be supported to develop your skills while working on meaningful projects that make a real difference. If you're passionate about solving problems, collaborating with others and using data to create positive outcomes, we'd love to hear from you. Day to Day Design, build and maintain reliable ETL/ELT data pipelines using AWS or Azure cloud-native services and established engineering patterns Develop and support data integration components and services, including Java-based microservices where required Prepare, transform and validate structured and semi-structured data, including formats such as parquet, avro and JSON Write efficient SQL to query, validate and optimise data across cloud-based analytical platforms such as Athena, Redshift and Azure Synapse Build scalable data processing solutions using PySpark, Python and cloud-native orchestration services Implement data quality checks, validation processes, monitoring and logging to ensure trusted and reliable data delivery Support the performance tuning and optimisation of data pipelines, SQL workloads and integration services Work with AWS services such as S3, Glue, Lambda, Athena and Step Functions, or Azure equivalents including Data Lake Storage Gen2, Data Factory, Synapse, Azure Functions and Logic Apps Contribute to documentation, runbooks, data dictionaries and reusable engineering assets that support delivery teams Collaborate with data architects, analysts, software engineers and client stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions Support DevOps ways of working through source control, automated testing and CI/CD practices Communicate progress, risks and technical decisions effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders What's In It For You Work on impactful data engineering projects that support important services and organisations across the UK Build and enhance modern cloud-based data platforms using AWS and Azure technologies Gain hands-on experience with a wide range of data engineering, integration and analytics challenges Collaborate with experienced engineers, architects and data specialists in supportive, multidisciplinary teams Develop expertise across cloud-native data services, PySpark, SQL and modern engineering practices Access mentoring, knowledge sharing and development opportunities to help you grow your career Contribute to solutions that deliver measurable value and meaningful outcomes for clients Progress through clear technical and leadership development pathways as your experience grows Benefits A global network of expertise and opportunity A culture founded on safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging Flexible working arrangements that support your well-being and potential Investment in your development, including certifications, learning time and access to mentors Opportunities to contribute to communities of practice and internal technical initiatives Exposure to diverse projects across multiple industries and sectors Competitive benefits package including pension, holiday allowance and additional perks An inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are valued and encouraged We welcome applications from candidates with varied backgrounds and experiences. If you don't meet every requirement listed but believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply. AWS Glue, Lambda, Step Functions or Azure Data Factory, Synapse Pipelines, Azure Functions and Logic Apps PySpark SQL (Athena, Redshift, Azure Synapse SQL) AWS S3 or Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 Python and/or Java ETL/ELT data pipeline development Data quality, validation and monitoring Git, CI/CD and Agile delivery practices Experience being most Senior of Lead within a project Current active SC or eligibility for SC Clearance Hybrid working pattern (2-3 days/week) office/client site Manchester base Manchester Greater Manchester United Kingdom Digital and Data National Security & Defense Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals - all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs . We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here . Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles. As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
