Data Engineer (IT)

Our client is looking for a Data Engineer to join their team on a initial 3-5 month contract with a good scope for extensions. This role would require travel to London 3 days a week and would be working via an umbrella company. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain data pipelines and automation scripts using Python. Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for data and application deployment. Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth integration and delivery of solutions. Optimize performance and reliability across data platforms and cloud environments. Document processes and share knowledge effectively. Essential Skills: Python (Highly Proficient): Libraries such as Pandas, NumPy; API development (Flask/Dash); package management (pip, Poetry). DevOps Expertise: CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions), scripting (Bash, Python), Linux environments. Cloud & Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes, and experience with cloud platforms (GCP or similar). Familiarity with data engineering concepts (ETL/ELT, SQL) and big data tools (Spark, Airflow) is a plus. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently under pressure. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.