Senior Data Engineer / BI Analyst | Leadership | Data Analytics | Power BI | Central Ipswich
Are you an experienced data professional who thrives on building robust pipelines, crafting actionable insights, and mentoring a team of analysts? Do you enjoy working with modern technologies while driving data-led transformation and innovation?
This could be your ideal opportunity!
Location: Central Ipswich, UK
Salary: Up to £60,000, dependent on experience and technical expertise
Work Pattern: Flexible; ideally 3 days on-site with up to 2 remote days weekly following probation
Overview: We’re looking for a Senior Data Engineer & BI Analyst to take a hands-on role in developing scalable data systems, creating impactful business insights, and guiding a talented team. With a 40/40/20 split between data engineering, BI, and mentoring, this role offers a dynamic mix of technical challenges and leadership responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities: * Data Engineering (40%):
*Design, build, and maintain robust ETL pipelines to support seamless data integration and transformation.
*Develop scalable data architecture to enable high-quality analytics and reporting.
*Work with cloud-based platforms like Azure or AWS to manage and optimize data systems.

* Business Intelligence (40%):
*Create compelling visualizations and dashboards using tools like Power BI or Tableau to communicate key business insights.
*Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and address analytical needs, aligning with strategic goals.
*Develop and automate KPI tracking to improve business performance.

* Mentorship (20%):
*Lead and mentor a team of BI analysts, fostering their development and ensuring project delivery excellence.
*Encourage the adoption of innovative tools, techniques, and best practices across the team.

* Process Optimization & Governance:
*Enhance data workflows to improve efficiency and scalability.
*Ensure compliance with data governance principles, maintaining quality and security standards.

* Stakeholder Collaboration:
*Partner with senior leaders to understand business challenges and deliver data-driven solutions.
*Proactively identify opportunities to align data strategies with business objectives.

About You: *Proven experience in data engineering and business intelligence, with a passion for mentoring and leadership.
*Skilled in building and optimizing ETL pipelines, with strong knowledge of tools like SQL, Azure Data Factory, or similar.
*Proficient in data visualization and analytics platforms such as Power BI, Tableau, or Alteryx.
*Understanding of modern data solutions, including data warehouses, data lakes, and cloud infrastructure.
*Adept at problem-solving, with a logical approach to complex challenges and a drive for continuous improvement.
*Strong communication skills, able to present technical findings to non-technical stakeholders effectively.
What’s In It for You? *Competitive Salary Package: Reflective of your experience and expertise.
*Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working with a blend of office and remote flexibility.
*Career Development: Opportunities to grow into a leadership role and explore the latest technologies in data and analytics.
*25 Days Annual Leave: Plus bank holidays.
*Modern Central Office: Free parking and excellent public transport links.
*Inclusive Culture: Regular social and professional events to connect and collaborate.
If you’re a skilled data engineer and BI expert eager to lead and innovate, let’s discuss how this role can elevate your career!
Keywords: Data Engineering | Business Intelligence | ETL | Data Analytics | Power BI | SQL | Data Governance | Azure | Tableau | Cloud Infrastructure | Mentorship | Process Improvement | KPI Tracking | Dashboards