Senior Data Engineer

Job summary Right to work: We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Skilled Worker sponsorship will be assigned in line with Trust procedure. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa The Digital team have a fantastic new opportunity for someone who is passionate about using data to improve outcomes for cancer patients. The Trust has launched a new Research Strategy and has invested in a position to support with harnessing data to support research. As well as fulfilling the technical elements of the role, there is a need for strong collaboration alongside clinical research and academic partners across the region so would suit someone who is used to dealing with multiple stakeholders. The Senior Data Engineer will lead the development and ongoing maintenance of technologies that facilitate researchers' safe and secure access to health datasets for the Trust. This is a critical role supporting both operational excellence andresearch innovation, enabling the organisation to harnessdata effectively to improve patient outcomes and meetregulatory obligations. The post will involve working onsite at one of our various hospital premises for a minimum three days a week. If you would like to make any informal enquiries then please contact Paula Pickford, Chief Data and Analytical Officer atpaula.pickford@nhs.net Main duties of the job The Senior Data Engineer will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining modern data infrastructure to support the analytical and reporting needs of The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. This role will focus heavily on the Microsoft BI stack, with particular emphasis on Azure Fabric, to build and manage a scalable, secure, and high performing data warehouse within a Secure Data Environment (SDE).The Trust has invested in Microsoft Azure platform with an ambition to provide a highly functional research facility and therefore a significant component of the role involvescontributing to the design and delivery of a Trusted Research Environment (TRE). This will require a strong understanding of secure data access frameworks, governance andcompliance, with particular attention to the handling ofsensitive healthcare related data and the complexities thisinvolves.The role holder will be expected to champion best practices indata engineering, including CI/CD, version control, testing, and documentation. They will also collaborate with Research& Innovation, academic institutes, pharmaceutical companies,data analysts, BI developers, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, data strategy, and governance. About us The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's leading cancer centres providing highly specialist cancer care to a population of 2.4m people across Cheshire and Merseyside, and the surrounding areas, including North Wales and the Isle of Man. Our vision is to not only maintain this level of commitment to excellence but to work with our academic and healthcare partners across the region to ensure care, treatment and patient outcomes continuously improve in the future. We are very proud of all our expert and loyal staff and we welcome people who share the collective aim of delivering excellence in everything that we do. Our values represent who we are and what we believe in. They define how we act to deliver the best possible care for our patients and shape The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre as a great place to work. We are - Kind Empowered Responsible Inclusiv e Vision, mission and values :: The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre Details Date posted 18 June 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 158-26-118-IMT Job locations The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre -Wirral Clatterbridge Road Wirral CH63 4JY United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in a related subject or have significant relevant practical data engineering experience Desirable Postgraduate level qualification in a relevant technical discipline or relevant equivalent experience, supported by specialist training and relevant study Membership and Professional Registration of a relevant Fed IP recognised professional body is desirable (BCS, SOCITM, IHRIM, CILIP, AphA) Formal Management / Leadership Training Knowledge Essential Understanding of the potential of data and the critical impact that quality data has across a complex organisation, a detailed understanding of data management practices. Current expert knowledge and experience of using SQL/ Synapse SQL, Python, Data Factory, Spark etc. An understanding of NHS Statutory Reporting, Data Flows and Commissioning Process Ability to analyse and document business reporting requirements with an understanding of the resulting technical implications Able to formulate plans which cover a range of complex activities including target setting and prioritisation of activities Able to lead others, including the management of performance and delivery of outcomes, in line and non-line management relationships Commitment to continuing professional development Desirable Experience of working with a Patient Based Clinical Information System Experience Essential Understanding of available data sources within an NHS Trust and how these can be extracted and combined for the benefit of the Trust Experience of requirements gathering and working with stakeholders to establish clear and realistic timeframes Experience of managing risk and reporting Experience of NHS data sets, broad understanding of NHS information procedures, legislation and policies Significant and relevant experience of working in the NHS or health setting Desirable Knowledge of patient record systems and supporting procedures Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in a related subject or have significant relevant practical data engineering experience Desirable Postgraduate level qualification in a relevant technical discipline or relevant equivalent experience, supported by specialist training and relevant study Membership and Professional Registration of a relevant Fed IP recognised professional body is desirable (BCS, SOCITM, IHRIM, CILIP, AphA) Formal Management / Leadership Training Knowledge Essential Understanding of the potential of data and the critical impact that quality data has across a complex organisation, a detailed understanding of data management practices. Current expert knowledge and experience of using SQL/ Synapse SQL, Python, Data Factory, Spark etc. An understanding of NHS Statutory Reporting, Data Flows and Commissioning Process Ability to analyse and document business reporting requirements with an understanding of the resulting technical implications Able to formulate plans which cover a range of complex activities including target setting and prioritisation of activities Able to lead others, including the management of performance and delivery of outcomes, in line and non-line management relationships Commitment to continuing professional development Desirable Experience of working with a Patient Based Clinical Information System Experience Essential Understanding of available data sources within an NHS Trust and how these can be extracted and combined for the benefit of the Trust Experience of requirements gathering and working with stakeholders to establish clear a