First Bus
Junior Data Engineer
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About First Bus
Are you ready to advance your career with one of the UK's leading bus operators? Join a forward-thinking company that embraces cutting-edge bus technology, from innovative mobile apps to environmentally friendly vehicles. We are passionate about delivering passenger journeys that are sustainable, comfortable, and efficient. We are at the forefront of innovation in the industry, connecting communities and shaping the future of public transport.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Junior Data Engineer to join our Data Analytics team on a full-time permanent basis.
The successful candidate will help us strengthen the data foundations that power decision-making across First Bus.
You’ll work as part of our central Data & Analytics team, supporting the build and maintenance of data pipelines and models that underpin reporting, analytics, and data science use cases.
This role is ideal for someone with around a year of experience in data engineering or data-related work who’s keen to learn, collaborate, and grow their technical skills in a supportive environment.
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What you’ll be doing
- Assist in building and maintaining data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and SQL
- Support the creation of clean, well-structured datasets that power business reporting and analysis
- Help modernise and maintain our data warehouse and associated data models
- Work with analysts and engineers to understand requirements and translate them into structured data solutions
- Monitor data loads and help troubleshoot basic pipeline or data quality issues
- Contribute to documentation, naming conventions, and consistency across datasets
- Collaborate closely with the wider D&A team to learn shared standards and delivery practices
What we’re looking for
- A degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)
- Previous experience in a data engineering or data-related role (internship, graduate scheme, or first role)
- Good SQL skills and an understanding of how data is structured and queried
- Some familiarity with Python or R
- Interest or experience with Azure Data Factory or similar data pipeline tools
- Enthusiasm for cloud technologies (Azure preferred)
- A collaborative working style and a willingness to learn from others
- A mindset focused on data quality, consistency, and improving how data is used
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Salary
- £30-£35,000
Rewards
- Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash-back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
- We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
- Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
- Free onsite parking + cycle to work scheme
- Up to 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted FirstGroup shares
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