Data Engineer Apprentice
| Posting date: | 02 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £24,937.00 to £26,598.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £24937.00 - £26598.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 July 2025 |
| Location: | Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 8NY |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | G9914-25-0164 |
Summary
In this role, you are accountable for: 1. Supporting the design, build and testing of data pipelines and data products under supervision, using data feeds from multiple systems and working with a range of storage technologies and access methods. 2. Contributing to the creation of repeatable and reusable data products, developing an understanding of how tools and processes align with the wider business data architecture. 3. Learning and applying Information Governance principles when handling data, ensuring that its storage and use complies with relevant legislation and NHSBSA policies, under guidance. 4. Working with metadata to support tasks such as system and data integration analysis, with support from more experienced colleagues. 5. Helping to maintain documentation and repositories to ensure information about data assets remains accurate and up to date. 6. Writing, testing, and documenting simple programs or scripts under the direction of senior team members and learning how to troubleshoot and fix common issues. 7. Taking part in peer reviews and testing of work at a similar level of complexity, learning to give and receive constructive feedback. 8. Contributing to code reviews by observing good practice and, with support, applying basic refactoring techniques to help improve code quality and maintainability. 9. Applying core technical concepts related to data engineering tasks under supervision and actively building knowledge through training and practical work. 10. Exploring opportunities to experiment with new tools and approaches, contributing to a culture of learning and innovation within the team. 11. Learning and adopting industry best practices and standards in data engineering and helping to embed them in day-to-day work through observation and participation. 12. Collaborating with colleagues across teams, including analysts, data scientists, and data governance professionals building positive relationships, to support the delivery of shared goals and data solutions. 13. Engaging with and completing all the academic requirements of the level 5 Data Engineering apprenticeship at the expected standard 14. Attending and utilising all the learning, coaching and mentoring events provided by the apprenticeship provider and being proactive in seeking out extra support if/when it is needed. In addition to the above accountabilities, as post holder you are expected to 1. Undertake additional duties and responsibilities in line with the purpose of your role and as agreed by your line manager. 2. Demonstrate NHSBSA values and core capabilities in all aspects of your work. 3. Encourage an environment where your own and colleagues safety and well-being is promoted. 4. Contribute to a culture which values diversity and inclusion. 5. Follow NHSBSA policies, procedures, and protocols as they apply to your role.