Job Vacancy Senior Data Engineer
Gloucester
CGI
Job position Senior Data Engineer
As soon as possible
Gloucester, England, United Kingdom
Published on 30/10/2025
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As a Senior Data Engineer, you will design and lead the implementation of data flows that link operational systems, analytics & BI platforms. You will be part of the Data Services team, which handles ingesting, storing, maintaining and exposing a variety of datasets. These datasets are used by analysts and data scientists to generate insights and support decision-making.
The team is growing, and your role will involve bringing in new datasets, maintaining existing ones, and ensuring data is clean, accessible and high-quality
Candidate profile
-Ingest new datasets as needed by the business.
- Ensure all analytics-ready datasets are formatted clearly and meet high-quality standards.
- Investigate and resolve any defects or discrepancies in the datasets.
- Maintain the dataset catalogue and data dictionary so analysts/data scientists can easily find and use data.
- Perform any other tasks that help ensure the datasets are coherent, well-maintained and available for end-users.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
Communication
- Engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Lead discussions in multidisciplinary teams and handle differing viewpoints.
- Represent and advocate for the Data Services team externally.
- Data Analysis & Synthesis
- Profile data and analyse source systems.
- Present clear insights to support how data is used downstream.
Data Development & Integration
- Design, build and test large or complex data products.
- Look for ways to improve data by providing “conformed” (standardised) datasets.
- Choose and implement technologies that deliver resilient, scalable, future-proof data solutions.
Data Modelling
- Produce data models across multiple subject areas.
- Explain the rationale behind choosing specific models.
- Understand industry-recognised modelling standards and apply them appropriately.
Metadata & Data Management
- Ensure datasets are accompanied by appropriate metadata.
- Know tools and practices for metadata storage and usage.
- Oversee integrity, accessibility and searchability of data and metadata, and recommend improvements.
Problem Resolution (Data)
- Respond to problems in databases, data processes or data products as they arise.
- Monitor services to identify trends and take preventative action.
Programming / Build (Data Engineering)
- Use agreed standards and tools to design, code, test, document and refactor moderate-to-complex programs and scripts.
- Collaborate with others on specifications and reviews.
Testing
- Review requirements, define test conditions, identify risks and test issues.
- Apply manual and automated testing as needed, analyse and report results.
Technical Understanding & Innovation
- Understand core technical concepts relevant to the role and apply them with guidance.
- Stay aware of emerging trends, tools, techniques in data, and their impact on the organisation
Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position is available in Gloucester.
- Ensure all analytics-ready datasets are formatted clearly and meet high-quality standards.
- Investigate and resolve any defects or discrepancies in the datasets.
- Maintain the dataset catalogue and data dictionary so analysts/data scientists can easily find and use data.
- Perform any other tasks that help ensure the datasets are coherent, well-maintained and available for end-users.
Required qualifications to be successful in this role
Communication
- Engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Lead discussions in multidisciplinary teams and handle differing viewpoints.
- Represent and advocate for the Data Services team externally.
- Data Analysis & Synthesis
- Profile data and analyse source systems.
- Present clear insights to support how data is used downstream.
Data Development & Integration
- Design, build and test large or complex data products.
- Look for ways to improve data by providing “conformed” (standardised) datasets.
- Choose and implement technologies that deliver resilient, scalable, future-proof data solutions.
Data Modelling
- Produce data models across multiple subject areas.
- Explain the rationale behind choosing specific models.
- Understand industry-recognised modelling standards and apply them appropriately.
Metadata & Data Management
- Ensure datasets are accompanied by appropriate metadata.
- Know tools and practices for metadata storage and usage.
- Oversee integrity, accessibility and searchability of data and metadata, and recommend improvements.
Problem Resolution (Data)
- Respond to problems in databases, data processes or data products as they arise.
- Monitor services to identify trends and take preventative action.
Programming / Build (Data Engineering)
- Use agreed standards and tools to design, code, test, document and refactor moderate-to-complex programs and scripts.
- Collaborate with others on specifications and reviews.
Testing
- Review requirements, define test conditions, identify risks and test issues.
- Apply manual and automated testing as needed, analyse and report results.
Technical Understanding & Innovation
- Understand core technical concepts relevant to the role and apply them with guidance.
- Stay aware of emerging trends, tools, techniques in data, and their impact on the organisation
Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position is available in Gloucester.
Working environment
Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…
You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.
Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.
You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.
Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
London, England, United Kingdom
> 1000 employees
IT services
We are a global business with 91,500 professionals across hundreds of locations worldwide, providing end-to-end IT and business process services that drive our clients’ businesses. In the UK alone, we have around 6,000 member-partners working across 19 towns and cities, doing everything from writing complex code to designing sophisticated software solutions. The work we do powers some of the most ambitious projects that touch the lives of many.
Our approach sets us apart, characterised by our proximity model, international presence, expertise, and operational excellence. We organise our operations within metro markets where our clients have concentrated footprints, empowering our local teams to build trusted, in-person relationships. As you build your career here, you’ll develop your skills, share your insights, and work side-by-side with colleagues and clients on innovative solutions that address the most complex issues.
Our commitment to ownership, flexibility, and being approachable makes us easy to do business with. Join us, and together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action to meet the needs and balance the interests of our clients, shareholders, communities, and each other.
Benefits:
- Insurance coverage
- Medical benefits
- Pension plan
- Member Assistant Programme
- Check4Cancer
- Flexible time off
- Share Purchase Plan
- Member discounts
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Profit Participation Plan
- Health and Wellbeing Programme
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