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RED Global

AWS Data Engineer

Hybrid

Belfast, United kingdom

Junior

Freelance

02-12-2025

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Skills

Python SQL Apache Airflow Architecture apache AWS PySpark ETL Processes SQL/PLSQL

Job Specifications

Data Engineer (Python/AWS)

Belfast - 3 Days Onsite - 2 Days Remote

12 Month Initial Contract

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We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to join our client on a long-term assignment in Belfast. This role requires a skilled engineer with strong Python and AWS expertise who can build, optimise, and maintain high-quality data pipelines in a complex environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain robust data pipelines and ETL processes.
Build and optimise data workflows using Python.
Manage workflow orchestration with Apache Airflow (MWAA).
Perform data testing, validation, and produce data quality reports.
Conduct data exploration and analysis to understand data structures prior to ETL development.
Collaborate with system owners and stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
Monitor, troubleshoot, and ensure reliability and performance of data pipelines.
Maintain clear documentation of data workflows, processes, and configurations.

Experience & Competencies

4+ years’ experience as a Data Engineer.
Strong SQL/PLSQL skills across MS SQL and Oracle.
Extensive hands-on experience coding in Python.
Solid understanding of ETL concepts and data pipeline architecture.
Knowledge of data lakes and associated architectures.
Experience with Apache Airflow (MWAA).
Familiarity with AWS Athena / PySpark (Glue).

If you would like immediate consideration, please send me an updated CV/contact details to jcaria@redglobal.com so we can discuss further or reach out to me through LinkedIn.

About the Company

25 years of tech recruitment! RED Global is one of the world's leading tech recruitment companies. Established in 2000, we focus specifically on SAP, Business Applications, Data & Analytics, Cloud & Infrastructure, Software Development, and Cybersecurity. - 400,000+ SAP and tech candidates. - 350+ employees - 8 office locations (Cologne, Frankfurt, London, Munich, New Jersey, Rotterdam, Warsaw, and Zurich) - Over 45,000 placements made - 1,600+ SAP & tech consultants working in current roles Our services range from pure ... Know more