Employer description:
Who are LRQA?
LRQA stands for dedication to clients, market firsts, and deep expertise in risk management. We've grown to become a leading global assurance provider, bringing together outstanding expertise in certification, customised assurance, cybersecurity, inspection and training.
LRQA currently operates across 51 countries, has more than 2,500 colleagues and supports more than 60,000 clients across a diverse range of sectors and markets.
Overview:
We are recruiting for an apprentice to undertake a Data Engineer Apprenticeship (Level 5).
The Data Engineer Apprentice position is an integral part of the Data team within the Digital and Information function. This role entails overseeing the availability, integrity, quality, and accuracy of data.
The primary responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining data pipelines and workflows to support the organisation's data processing needs and facilitate BI reporting and analytics delivery.
The Data Engineer will contribute to enhancing our Azure-based data platform using technologies such as Azure Data Factory and Azure Databricks and will have the opportunity to work on exciting digital transformation projects.
Salary: Salary will range from £24,000 - £28,000 per annum.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and workflows using Azure Data Factory and Databricks
- Perform data transformation and integration tasks to consolidate and enrich data from various sources into a unified format, whilst also ensuring data governance and compliance by design
- Implement data quality checks and validation processes to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of data
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements, perform UAT and deliver solutions accordingly
- Monitor pipeline performance and troubleshoot issues promptly to ensure uninterrupted data processing
- Document data pipelines, workflows, and processes to ensure knowledge sharing and maintainability
Technical skills required:
- Understanding of Databricks for data processing and analytics
- Experience with data modelling techniques and data warehousing concepts
- Experience in SQL for data querying and manipulation
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities, following the Agile way of working
- Problem-solving Skills: Ability to analyse complex data problems and propose effective solutions
- Communication and Collaboration: Good communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Experience with Python is highly desirable
Entry requirements for this programme are as follows:
- A Level 3 qualification in a relevant area in any grade.
Acceptable qualifications include, any of:
- Two A levels in one or more similar subject.*
- Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject.
- International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject.
- BTEC Extended Diploma in a similar subject.
- Experience with programming languages (such as Python)
OR equivalent work experience:
- 2-3 years in a similar subject-related role.
*'Similar subject' relates to areas directly relevant to or commensurate with 'Digital and Technology Solutions'. Typically this would be areas such as but not limited to Level 3 digital apprenticeships, A-Level/BTEC Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, Software Engineering, etc.
Please note: Learners must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.
Benefits:
- Hybrid working - 1 day per week in the office
- Friendly atmosphere
- Free on-site parking
Future prospects:
90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship.
Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks.
Important information:
Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed.
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