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Technology Recruitment Consultant - Public Sector
Location: Remote Work Pattern: Contract Security Clearance: Required The Company: At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled
Data Engineer
with strong expertise in
AWS, EMR, Python, and PySpark
to join our dynamic team. This role requires a self-starter who is confident in their technical abilities, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has experience working within the
public sector and consulting . You will play a key role in designing, building, and optimizing scalable data pipelines, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data solutions. Key Responsibilities: Data Pipeline Development:
Design, develop, and optimize
ETL/ELT pipelines
using
AWS EMR, Python, and PySpark . Cloud Infrastructure:
Build and manage
scalable data processing solutions
on AWS, leveraging services such as
S3, Lambda, Glue, and Redshift . Big Data Processing:
Work with
large-scale datasets
in distributed computing environments, ensuring high performance and efficiency. Automation & Optimization:
Develop scripts to automate data ingestion, transformation, and validation processes. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
Work closely with clients, data scientists, and business analysts to understand requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs. Consulting & Public Sector Expertise:
Provide strategic guidance on best practices in
data engineering
and analytics within the
public sector. Data Quality & Governance:
Implement
data validation, monitoring, and governance
best practices to ensure data integrity and compliance. Requirements: AWS Expertise:
Strong experience with
AWS EMR
and other AWS data services (Glue, S3, Lambda, Redshift, Athena, etc.). Programming:
Proficiency in
Python
and
PySpark
for big data processing. Big Data Technologies:
Hands-on experience working with
distributed computing frameworks
such as
Spark . Self-Starter & Confident Communicator:
Ability to take ownership of tasks, work autonomously, and engage confidently with stakeholders. Public Sector Experience:
Previous experience working on
government or public sector projects . Consulting Experience:
Proven track record of working in
client-facing consulting roles , delivering solutions to complex business challenges. Problem-Solving:
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Nice-to-Have: Experience with
Terraform, Kubernetes, or Docker
for infrastructure automation. Knowledge of
SQL, NoSQL databases, and data warehousing solutions . Familiarity with
data security, governance, and compliance
in the public sector. Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion: Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type. What Happens Next? Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Contract Job function
IT Services and IT Consulting
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Location: Remote Work Pattern: Contract Security Clearance: Required The Company: At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff. The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled
Data Engineer
with strong expertise in
AWS, EMR, Python, and PySpark
to join our dynamic team. This role requires a self-starter who is confident in their technical abilities, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has experience working within the
public sector and consulting . You will play a key role in designing, building, and optimizing scalable data pipelines, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data solutions. Key Responsibilities: Data Pipeline Development:
Design, develop, and optimize
ETL/ELT pipelines
using
AWS EMR, Python, and PySpark . Cloud Infrastructure:
Build and manage
scalable data processing solutions
on AWS, leveraging services such as
S3, Lambda, Glue, and Redshift . Big Data Processing:
Work with
large-scale datasets
in distributed computing environments, ensuring high performance and efficiency. Automation & Optimization:
Develop scripts to automate data ingestion, transformation, and validation processes. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:
Work closely with clients, data scientists, and business analysts to understand requirements and deliver solutions that meet business needs. Consulting & Public Sector Expertise:
Provide strategic guidance on best practices in
data engineering
and analytics within the
public sector. Data Quality & Governance:
Implement
data validation, monitoring, and governance
best practices to ensure data integrity and compliance. Requirements: AWS Expertise:
Strong experience with
AWS EMR
and other AWS data services (Glue, S3, Lambda, Redshift, Athena, etc.). Programming:
Proficiency in
Python
and
PySpark
for big data processing. Big Data Technologies:
Hands-on experience working with
distributed computing frameworks
such as
Spark . Self-Starter & Confident Communicator:
Ability to take ownership of tasks, work autonomously, and engage confidently with stakeholders. Public Sector Experience:
Previous experience working on
government or public sector projects . Consulting Experience:
Proven track record of working in
client-facing consulting roles , delivering solutions to complex business challenges. Problem-Solving:
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. Nice-to-Have: Experience with
Terraform, Kubernetes, or Docker
for infrastructure automation. Knowledge of
SQL, NoSQL databases, and data warehousing solutions . Familiarity with
data security, governance, and compliance
in the public sector. Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA. Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes. Receive private medical insurance through Aviva. Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest. 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays. Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources. Participate in a generous employee referral program. A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement. Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation. Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac. Diversity & Inclusion: Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes: Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued. Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all. Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace. By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities. This role at Amber Labs is a permanent position, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type. What Happens Next? Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Contract Job function
IT Services and IT Consulting
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