Contract Data Engineer Edinburgh HQ (One day P/W Remote) Must hold transferable security clearance (UKEO regulations apply) Up to £50 p/h Inside IR35 A leading Defence prime client in Edinburgh are looking to onboard a security cleared Data Engineer on a contract basis. The successful candidate will be based predominately onsite with some remote working offered. Key skills Experience designing, building, and supporting scalable data solutions, including data pipelines and analytical platforms. Working knowledge of modern data operations practices, such as automation, version control, and deployment workflows. Familiarity with data integration approaches and large-scale data processing concepts. Proficiency in one or more programming or query languages commonly used in data-focused roles. Practical experience working with both relational and non-relational databases. Educational background in a technical or analytical discipline, or equivalent professional experience. Relevant industry certifications or advanced training are considered beneficial. Key responsibilities Build, deploy, and support data pipelines and infrastructure Automate the ingestion, processing, and storage of data Support both batch and Real Time data processing Work with teams to understand data needs and objectives Prepare data for analytics, reporting, and modelling Ensure data quality, reliability, and governance standards Collaborate with data, IT, and architecture teams on shared initiative ..... full job details .....