Data Engineer at MBTA

Stevenage, England, United Kingdom

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£45,000 – £55,000Compensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

DefenseIndustries

Requirements

SQL technologies skills (e.g. MS SQL, Oracle)
noSQL technologies skills (e.g. MongoDB, InfluxDB, Neo4J)
Data exchange and processing skills (e.g. ETL, ESB, API)
Development (e.g. Python) skills
Big data technologies knowledge (e.g. Hadoop stack)
Knowledge in NLP (Natural Language Processing)
Knowledge in OCR (Object Character Recognition)
Knowledge in Generative AI (Artificial Intelligence) would be advantageous
Experience in containerisation technologies (e.g. Docker) would be advantageous
Knowledge in the industrial and/or defence sector would be advantageous
British Citizen (Security Clearance: HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks)

Responsibilities

Evaluate, build and maintain data sets for internal customers whilst ensuring they can be maintained
Evaluate, design, deploy, improve and support MBDA data sets
Ensure MBDA data pipelines are designed to be resilient, secure and responsive
Collaborate with different internal customers regarding their data, ensuring they are optimised and secured for their needs
Provide knowledge in data management and data quality to guarantee compliance to MBDA data governance
Keep up to date with new technology and provide insight on the technology roadmap
Deliver cutting edge solutions to internal customers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Generative AIData PipelinesData EngineeringData GovernanceData ManagementData Quality

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for this Data Engineer position?

The salary is circa £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience.

What is the work arrangement for this role?

This is a dynamic (hybrid) working arrangement requiring 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification.

What key skills are required for this Data Engineer role?

Required skills include SQL technologies (e.g. MS SQL, Oracle), noSQL technologies (e.g. MongoDB, InfluxDB, Neo4J), data exchange and processing (e.g. ETL, ESB, API), and development skills (e.g. Python). Knowledge of big data technologies (e.g. Hadoop stack), NLP, OCR, and Generative AI is also needed or advantageous.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include a company bonus up to £2,500, pension with up to 14% total contribution, paid overtime opportunities, flexi leave up to 15 additional days, flexible working, enhanced parental leave, and site facilities like subsidised meals and free car parking.

What makes a strong candidate for this Data Engineer role?

Strong candidates will have experience in data engineering with skills in SQL, noSQL, ETL/API processing, Python, big data, NLP, OCR, and Generative AI. Advantageous experience includes containerisation (e.g. Docker) and knowledge of the industrial or defence sector.

MBTA

Public transit services in Greater Boston

About MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) offers public transit services in the Greater Boston area, including subways, buses, commuter rails, and ferries. It generates revenue through fare collection, providing various products like single-ride tickets, monthly passes, and the CharlieCard for convenient payment. The MBTA stands out by offering a comprehensive range of transit options and continually improving service quality and accessibility. Its goal is to enhance the customer experience while serving the transportation needs of the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1964Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public SectorIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees