Data Engineer

Join us, be part of more. We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. About your team: At British Gas, our mission is to sell it and mend it. We’ve been powering the UK homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon-footprint. Data Engineer Full time or Part time Leicester/Windsor About your team: At British Gas Energy, our ambition is to be Britain's favourite energy supplier We’ve been powering the UK homes and businesses for over 200 years – but supplying energy is just part of what we do. We’re making the UK greener and more energy efficient, getting closer to Net Zero. By using clever tech like thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels and EV chargers, we’re making it cheaper and easier for our customers to reduce their carbon-footprint. Are you passionate about Data & AI and eager to make a significant impact? We are growing our Data & Analytics department to drive value and innovation within our business. Through the development of Data & AI products, we aim to enhance decision-making, improve performance, and make a valuable difference in our business and for our customers. Why Join Us? Innovative Environment: Stay ahead in the Data & AI field through use of cutting-edge technologies and creative thinking Collaborative Culture: Work with talented professionals in a supportive environment where best practices are shared, and continuous improvement is encouraged. Career Growth: We will invest in our team development through continuous learning opportunities and career advancement programs. Impactful Work: Directly contribute to our mission to drive business growth and operational efficiency. Personal Development: We will provide an environment for you to learn and develop, with access to resources and support to help you grow both professionally and personally. About your role: As a vital member of the Data Engineering team, you will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining robust and scalable data pipelines and models. Your efforts will empower Data Analysts, Management Information teams, and Data Science initiatives by ensuring seamless data integrity, availability, and accessibility. This position offers the opportunity to shape data infrastructure that drives critical business decisions and innovative solutions. Key aspects of this role are: Data Pipeline Development: Create and implement effective ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) pipelines to support seamless data integration from diverse sources into British Gas Business Data Estate. Data Product Engineering: Partner with Data Analysts and Data Scientists to gather and meet requirements for developing advanced analytics and machine learning solutions. Data Quality: Establish and conduct audits and validation processes to uphold data accuracy and reliability. Data Architecture: Design and sustain data infrastructure and architecture to meet organizational needs. Optimisation: Enhance data retrieval and storage systems to maximise performance while minimising costs. Technical Support: Deliver technical assistance and resolve issues related to data systems and processes. Documentation: Maintain comprehensive records of data engineering procedures and best practices for reference and improvement. Here's what we’re looking for: Extensive expertise in data engineering, with a proven experience in designing and implementing scalable data pipelines and data models. Strong skills in data modelling and data warehousing underpin this expertise. Proficient in cloud services and cloud-based data engineering tools, such as AWS, Azure, Microsoft Fabric and Databricks, as well as big data technologies like Hadoop and Spark. Experience in programming languages, including Python, PySpark and Scala Experienced in mentoring and developing less experienced Data Engineers, guiding them to grow their technical skills and capabilities. Why should you apply? We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you. https://www.morethanacareer.energy/britishgas If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority. Help us, help you. We would love for you to share any information about yourself throughout our recruitment process so that we can better understand you and help shape your journey. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. When it comes to energy, no one does it like us. We make it, store it, move it, sell it and mend it. We’re made up of 12 different businesses, but united by our purpose as Centrica. We’re energisers. Our journey to a greener, fairer future is powered by individuals like you. Through innovative green products, intelligent energy solutions and developing smarter ways to use and save energy, we’re not just part of the energy transition, we’re leading it. Our commitment goes beyond sustainability. Together we’re bringing our collective energies to create positive change in our local communities. If you immerse yourself in our fight to change tomorrow, you might just find your why. We’re looking for people to add to our culture – not fit in with it. We're building a community where you can be unapologetically you, where differences are celebrated, and where everyone can belong. Real inclusivity also means supporting the different realities our people face. That why we have the UK best Carers Policy and are continually building our approach to flexibility and wellbeing. Of course, we love having fun too. We’re a people place after all.