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About The Company
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is a leading provider of digital, cyber, and intelligence solutions dedicated to safeguarding national security and supporting critical missions worldwide. With a global presence spanning ten countries, the organization employs over 4,500 experts who specialize in collecting, connecting, and analyzing complex data to deliver actionable insights. BAE Systems Digital Intelligence serves a diverse client base, including governments, armed forces, and commercial enterprises, enabling them to unlock digital advantages in demanding environments. Renowned for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions that enhance security, resilience, and operational effectiveness across various sectors.
About The Role
The role of a Data Engineer at BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is a pivotal position within the organization’s data capabilities. As part of a dynamic team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supporting data collection, integration, and ETL applications. Your work will facilitate the availability of vital information to key stakeholders and technical interfaces, directly impacting the security and operational success of national and international clients. You will model data requirements, sources, and flows to bring structure and clarity to complex data programs, ensuring proper control over the lifecycle of corporate data assets. Your expertise will also extend to defining metadata for searchability and governance, including Records Management for unstructured data, thereby supporting data integrity, security, and compliance. This role offers a hybrid working environment with locations in London or Manchester, accommodating both full and part-time applicants, and provides an opportunity to contribute to projects that have a significant impact on national security and technological advancement.
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Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in data engineering, analysis, or science, with demonstrated proficiency in programming languages such as Python and experience with various data engineering tools and technologies, including ETL platforms and Big Data applications. A deep understanding of open-source software for data engineering, coupled with the ability to evaluate and recommend suitable platforms for specific client problems, is essential. Candidates should have a solid knowledge of database concepts, including unstructured, NoSQL, and big data platforms, along with data modeling techniques. Experience working within cybersecurity or intelligence domains is advantageous but not mandatory. The role requires a proactive learner with adaptability and a willingness to develop expertise in new technologies and methodologies. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must hold an active eDV security clearance before applying.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and support data collection, integration, and ETL applications to ensure data availability for stakeholders and technical systems.
- Model data requirements, data sources, and data flows to organize and streamline complex data programs.
- Define data creation, mastering, and destruction processes to maintain control over data lifecycle management.
- Utilize and evaluate data products for collecting, integrating, storing, visualizing, and governing data and metadata.
- Develop and define metadata standards to enhance searchability, governance, and records management for unstructured data.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to implement scalable data solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
- Continuously evaluate emerging data engineering tools and technologies to optimize system performance and security.
- Ensure compliance with data security standards and support data governance initiatives across projects.
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Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options, to promote work-life balance.
- Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days per year, with options to buy, sell, or carry over leave.
- A comprehensive benefits package including private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, and cycle-to-work schemes.
- Dedicated career development support through a Career Manager to assist in professional growth and progression.
- Participation in the company bonus scheme, rewarding individual and team contributions.
- Access to Employee Resource Groups focused on diversity, inclusion, mental health, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Opportunities to work on impactful projects that contribute to national security and technological innovation.
Equal Opportunity
BAE Systems Digital Intelligence is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees are valued and respected. The organization actively promotes diversity of thought, background, and experience, recognizing that a diverse workforce enhances creativity and innovation. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities or health conditions. We ensure that our recruitment processes are accessible and offer reasonable adjustments where necessary. All candidates must meet security clearance requirements, and we are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent selection process to attract the best talent for our organization.
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