West Mercia Police
Data Engineer

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About the Role
The main purpose of the Data Engineer role is to manage the Data Engineering capabilities of West Mercia, developing and implementing data access mechanisms as per the customer need ensuring that they are fit for purpose across the Force.
To contribute as part of a Digital team working to improve both the robustness and access of West Mercia’s data and digital systems.
The Data Engineer role is a hybrid (mix of home & office working)
Application Process
This is a CV only process – please ensure your employment history is up to date
You will be invited to a 2 stage interview process. The 1st stage interview (via Teams) will be to discuss your employment background and CV to assess suitability for the role before potentially progressing to a 2nd stage face to face interview. This is also an opportunity for you to learn more about the role.
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Applicants must have resided in the UK for a continuous period of at least 5 years immediately prior to submitting their application. This is to ensure a checkable history that satisfies the Management Vetting (MV) / Security Check (SC) standards required for this post.
Important Dates
The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Monday 27th July 2026
Why Work for Us?
- 28 days Annual leave (increasing to 33 after 5 years service) + bank holidays.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Health and wellbeing, occupational health services, staff network and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Police Mutual, affordable private healthcare and other savings.
- Gym membership discounts.
- Discounts on Electric Vehicles and Cycle to work scheme.
- Register for a Blue light card – over 15,000 discounts from large national retailers.
To read more about the added benefits and rewards of working for West Mercia Police, please go to our website.
Diversity and Inclusion
We embrace diversity and welcome applications from everyone. We are also happy to talk flexible working where it is suitable for the role.


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If you require any support to complete your application or you have any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01905 718444 (press option 1 then 5) or email BOC.staff.recruitment.team@westmercia.police.uk (internally please use myBop)
Internal Applicants
Internal applicants who are in need of redeployment will be offered positions ahead of other candidates, subject to them passing a selection process.
We know that people from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. We don’t want that to be a barrier for suitable candidates. If you meet the majority of the criteria and are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can thrive.
Interview Requirements
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