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Databricks Data Engineer Salary: £40K - £50K Location: Manchester Role Overview: Our client is seeking a Data Engineer to support the development, optimisation and ongoing improvement of a modern cloud-based data platform. This role would suit someone with strong hands-on Databricks experience who enjoys building reliable data pipelines, improving how data flows through the business, and creating trusted datasets for reporting and analytics. You will work across technical and non-technical teams, helping turn data requirements into scalable solutions that are accurate, maintainable and easy for the business to use. Key Responsibilities: • Build, enhance and maintain data pipelines within a Databricks environment., • Use Spark, SQL and Python or Scala to support data transformation and automation., • Develop structured data layers to support reporting, analytics and wider business use., • Extract, ingest and integrate data from APIs, databases and other source systems., • Build controls that help identify, investigate and resolve data issues before they affect reporting., • Monitor data workflows and troubleshoot failures, performance issues and reliability problems., • Work with BI and reporting teams to create clean, usable datasets for business consumption., • Maintain clear technical documentation and support good practice around data structure, ownership and access., • Support secure and appropriate use of data across the platform. Identify opportunities to simplify, automate and improve data engineering processes. What We're Looking For: • Experience working as a Data Engineer within a modern cloud data environment., • Strong hands-on experience with Databricks and Apache Spark., • Experience building structured data layers, ideally within a Bronze, Silver and Gold architecture., • Strong SQL skills for transformation, validation and analysis., • Python or Scala experience for data engineering, automation or scripting., • Experience ingesting and integrating data from APIs and source systems., • Good understanding of data reliability, controls and issue resolution., • Experience working with cloud data services such as Azure, AWS or GCP., • Exposure to lakehouse technologies, workflow scheduling or reporting platforms would be beneficial., • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work across technical teams and business users. Why Consider This Role? This is a strong opportunity for a Data Engineer who wants to take ownership of a business-critical data platform and play a key role in improving data quality, structure and reporting capability. You'll be joining an environment where data is central to decision-making, with the chance to improve pipelines, strengthen controls and help shape scalable data solutions that support long-term business growth. The role offers exposure to Databricks, cloud data engineering, structured data architecture, data improvement work and analytics-focused transformation within a hybrid Manchester-based environment. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

Prestigious opportunity for a talented and experienced Senior Java Developer to join a fast growing technology and transformation team delivering innovative, large-scale engineering solutions.This role sits at the intersection of technology, data, and AI, working on some of the UK's most ambitious digital programmes. You'll play a key role in designing and building modern, scalable applications that help organisations make smarter, data driven decisions.Collaborating within mature, cross-functional teams, working alongside engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to create impactful, future ready solutions.Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java based applications, • Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, • Provide technical input into architecture and system design, • Build secure, scalable RESTful APIs, • Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver solutions, • Write clean, maintainable, and well documented code, • Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues, • Continuously improve system performance, reliability, and security, • Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! • Strong experience in Java development (plus exposure to Kotlin or Scala), • Deep understanding of OOP principles, SOLID design, and design patterns, • Hands on experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC), • Experience designing and securing RESTful APIs, • Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), • Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Bit bucket Pipelines), • Strong experience with Git and version control strategies, • Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), • Ability to monitor, diagnose, and improve application performance, • Strong understanding of secure coding practices Exposure to the following would be advantageous but not essential: - • Messaging/streaming technologies (Kafka, SQS), • Serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda), • Monitoring/logging tools (ELK, Splunk, Dynatrace), • ORM technologies (JPA, Hibernate), • API documentation tools (e.g., Swagger/OpenAPI), • Test tools (Postman, Selenium, Axe), • Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) In return, you will be rewarded with a market leading benefits package and ongoing career development in a flexible, hybrid working environment.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

The Role: You’ll deliver in complex client environments - pairing, TDD, emerging design, refactoring. We think, challenge, and guide, not just code. Our clients trust us to bring judgment, not just a keyboard. Locations: Newcastle, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol Model: Hybrid - Paid weekly travel to client sites across the UK Requirements: Must have Java or Scala language experience Strong testing practices and OO design that’s actually maintainable Experience delivering complex services to GDS standards Agile team player who pairs, mobs, and mentors SC clearance eligible - UK citizen, 5+ years UK residency, no 28+ day gaps Consulting chops required: Lead user stories end-to-end, shape backlogs, build stakeholder trust, adapt fast, and help teams level up. Benefits: £52k - £59k + 7% pension, share options, bonus, 25 days + 3 “life happens” days, real wellbeing support, proper L&D. Multiple roles available now and over coming months.

Scala Developer - UK/Remote My client are seeking a talented Scala Developer to join their engineering team and contribute to the design and development of scalable, high‑performance applications. This role involves working on modern distributed systems, building APIs, and collaborating with cross‑functional teams to deliver enterprise‑grade solutions. Key responsibilities: • Design, develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Scala and Play Framework., • Implement RESTful endpoints, manage request/response lifecycle, and handle authentication/authorization flows., • Write well-structured, idiomatic Scala and use functional programming patterns where appropriate., • Build and maintain automated tests (unit, integration), and support test automation efforts., • Collaborate with product owners, UX, QA, and other engineers in an Agile environment (Scrum/Kanban)., • Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions and pair programming., • Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; contribute to reliability and observability (logging, metrics, alerts)., • Help define CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes (e.g., Jenkins/GitHub Actions/Concourse)., • Produce concise technical documentation and handover notes. Must-have skills & experience: • Strong professional experience with Scala (minimum 3+ years)., • Hands-on experience with Play Framework (2+ years) — building controllers, routing, forms, and HTTP filters., • Solid understanding of functional programming concepts and idiomatic Scala (e.g., immutability, monads, cats/Scalaz familiarity advantageous)., • Experience designing and consuming REST APIs, JSON validation/serialization (Play JSON, Circe)., • Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL (MongoDB), including schema design and query optimisation., • Proven experience writing unit and integration tests (ScalaTest, Specs2, Mockito, etc.)., • Familiarity with build tools (sbt) and dependency management., • Experience with Git and branching strategies., • Good understanding of HTTP, web security best practices, and performance considerations., • Experience working in Agile teams and participating in ceremonies.

Join the Growth Story at Envitia Envitia operates at the heart of the UK’s most sensitive and high-profile operations. Our approach is entirely mission-focused, enabling customers to see more, decide faster, and act with confidence across complex domains. We deliver situational awareness and information advantage across C5ISR, fusing cyber, geospatial, and kinetic data into an operational picture. This transforms fragmented data into a shared understanding of the battlespace, delivering actionable insight when it matters most. Our solutions are secure-by-design, built from the ground up to protect sensitive information and ensure resilience in contested environments. We simplify complex heterogeneous data sources into a rich picture of fused intelligence, providing a digital backbone that underpins success. We operate as small teams delivering fast value, blending deep technical expertise with agile methods to deliver measurable outcomes. Every engagement focuses on capability, clarity, and confidence for those who protect the nation. A career with Envitia enables you to work with mission driven innovation. We’re thrilled to announce that Envitia has been named one of the Sunday Times Top 100 Medium-Sized Companies to Work For in 2025—a prestigious recognition that highlights our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. The Role Envitia is recruiting for a Data Engineer to join our Security and Intelligence consulting team, who will be responsible for designing, building and maintaining secure, scalable data platforms and pipelines that enable advanced analytics and operational intelligence capabilities. The role focuses on engineering robust data architectures capable of ingesting, processing and distributing large-scale datasets, supporting downstream analytics, machine learning and mission applications. The successful candidate will work within multi-disciplinary agile teams, collaborating with data scientists, software engineers, DevOps specialists and mission analysts to deliver production-grade data solutions. Typical engagements include: • Engineering large-scale data ingestion and processing pipelines, • Designing data lakes and distributed data platforms, • Enabling analytics and AI/ML workloads, • Supporting intelligence data exploitation workflows, • Integrating multiple classified data sources across secure environments Job Responsibilities • Design, build and maintain secure, scalable data platforms capable of processing large volumes of operational data., • Develop and operate robust data lakes and distributed data processing environments within secure or regulated settings., • Engineer high‑performance data ingestion pipelines for batch and streaming data from multiple sources, including sensor, geospatial, communications and operational systems., • Design and implement ETL/ELT workflows to transform, enrich and validate data for downstream analytics and machine learning use., • Build scalable, distributed data processing solutions using modern big data and parallel processing technologies., • Ensure data quality, reliability and performance through monitoring, validation and operational support mechanisms., • Collaborate closely with data scientists to enable analytics and AI/ML workloads, including feature pipelines and data preparation processes., • Optimise data storage and processing architectures to support high‑performance analytical environments., • Contribute to DevSecOps and cloud‑native delivery, including automated deployment, infrastructure provisioning and containerised environments., • Support the ongoing operation, observability and resilience of production data platforms. Skills Required • Experience in data engineering using modern programming languages such as Python, Java or Scala, and SQL., • Hands‑on experience building and operating large‑scale data pipelines using big data and distributed processing technologies (e.g. Apache Spark, Hadoop)., • Experience designing and maintaining data lakes, distributed storage platforms, and data pipeline orchestration tools., • Experience working with cloud‑native data platforms, with strong expertise in AWS and native data services., • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code and modern cloud‑native data architectures., • Experience working in DevSecOps environments, including Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and observability/monitoring tooling., • Ability to work directly with stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into robust, scalable data engineering solutions., • Comfortable working in secure, regulated or constrained environments, delivering solutions within complex operational settings. Security Clearance Requirements The successful candidate must be eligible for an enhanced Developed Vetted / eDV security clearance. Location It is anticipated the role will require up to 80% (4d/wk) onsite working at client locations – Gloucester, London, Manchester (based on project requirements). What’s in it for you? At Envitia, our greatest asset is our team. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is one where every employee feels valued, supported and motivated to reach their full potential. As part of this commitment, we offer an exciting range of benefits designed to enhance both your professional and personal well-being. • More time for you: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus your birthday off, because you deserve to celebrate you. Want more flexibility? You can buy or sell up to 5 extra days to tailor time off around what matters most., • Private Medical Insurance: We’ve got you covered with comprehensive private healthcare, including family options for added peace of mind., • Security Clearance Bonus: Up to £5,000 year, • Career growth that keeps you ahead: We invest in your future with ongoing training and development, so you’re always learning, growing and staying ahead of the curve., • Wellness that works for you: Love yoga, or going to the gym? We encourage an active lifestyle and support your wellness goals with a fitness reimbursement scheme that helps cover your gym membership or fitness-related expenses., • Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with our life insurance coverage that ensures your loved ones are protected, because we care about your future as much as your present., • Smarter Retirement Planning: Plan for your future with our pension options and resources to help build a secure financial foundation., • Perkbox: Treat yourself! From shopping to spa days, to saving money on that new TV, our Perkbox membership gives you access to exclusive discounts on hundreds of products and services., • Recognition that counts: Great work doesn’t go unnoticed here. Our reward and recognition scheme celebrate your impact and let your brilliance shine., • Give back and get involved: Join us in making a difference through paid volunteering days that let you support the causes that matter to you. Inclusion at Envitia At Envitia, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from people of all abilities, ages, genders, sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, and religions. We strive to support a culture of inclusion, accessibility, and work-life balance. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.

We are looking to fill the position of Data Engineer to help develop and maintain data products. Data Engineering teams are responsible for the delivery and operational stability of the data products built and provide ongoing support for those products. Python, SQL, Java, Scala, and R), and critical

Experience designing data schemas and analytical databases. Build responsive, asynchronous APIs and backend processes capable of handling high data volumes with minimal delay. Collaborate within Agile teams to refine and monitor data collection systems using Scala and Java.

Metropolis in Stockport is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join its AeroParker team.This role entails designing and building backend services, mentoring engineers, and driving product direction while leveraging technologies like Scala and Java.The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experien

Morson Edge (Technology) in Manchester is seeking a Senior Scala Engineer to design and build high-performance backend services.

Applicants must be eligible for DV Security Clearance and ideally have a strong background in programming with Python and Scala, alongside experience in statistical and machine learning techniques.

Senior Software Engineer (Scala / Distributed Systems). Architect & Scale Backend Services: Design and implement highly available, scalable backend services for a high-volume global e-commerce and mobility platform. Backend Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Scala (primary backend tool), Java, or simi

Writing unit and integration tests using technology such as ScalaTest, Specs2 and Mockito while following TDD/BDD. Develop and maintain Scala services using frameworks like Play, Akka, and functional programming principles. Write high-quality, tested code with TDD/BDD and tools such as ScalaTest.

Architectural Ownership: Define and govern the technical architecture for Scala-based solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards and long-term scalability. Ability to design and govern complex Scala-based architectures for scalability and maintainability. Technical Strategy: Set the roa

Capgemini is seeking a Lead Engineer with extensive Scala expertise. The role involves architectural ownership, coordinating teams, and driving strategic decisions on Scala adoption.

As a Senior Scala Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and developing highly scalable backend systems, influencing technical direction, and helping to shape the future of a rapidly growing engineering organisation. Are you a Senior Scala Engineer who thrives on solving complex engineering c

The ideal candidate is proficient in Scala and has experience with modern software design paradigms, distributed systems, and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities include developing Scala services, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring operational efficiency. Candidates should have significant experience in Scala, functional programming, and building REST APIs.

What You'll Be Doing Designing and building high-performance backend services using Scala Developing distributed systems capable of operating at significant scale Driving architecture decisions and influencing engineering best practice Collaborating with product, platform and infrastructure teams Me

Job Title: Scala Developer (Immediate Joiner Outside IR35) Location: Remote (UK Based) Description: We are looking for an experienced Scala Developer to join our Government client

Experience building high-quality, scalable backend services. Strong commercial experience with.

Data Engineer - Databricks Salary: £50K - £60K Location: Manchester (3 days per week) Role Overview: Our client is looking for a Data Engineer to take ownership of a Databricks platform and help push it into its next stage of maturity. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys more than just building pipelines. The role is focused on improving data quality, strengthening platform reliability, developing clearer Bronze, Silver and Gold data layers, and creating trusted datasets that can support reporting, analytics and wider business decision-making. You'll be joining a business where data is becoming increasingly important, with the opportunity to shape how data is structured, governed and used across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Maintain, improve and optimise an existing Databricks data platform. Build and enhance scalable data pipelines using Spark, SQL and Python or Scala. Develop and mature Bronze, Silver and Gold layers to support analytics, reporting and downstream data use. Ingest and integrate data from APIs, databases and other source systems. Design data quality rules, validation checks and exception reporting to improve trust in business data. Investigate data issues, identify root causes and implement fixes that prevent recurring problems. Work with analysts, BI developers and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and turn them into practical engineering solutions. Support the design of curated data models for reporting and analytical consumption. Monitor workflow performance, troubleshoot failures and improve the reliability of data processes. Contribute to better documentation, governance, naming standards, lineage and data access practices. Identify opportunities to automate, simplify and standardise data engineering workflows. What We're Looking For: Proven experience as a Data Engineer within a cloud-based data environment. Strong hands-on experience with Databricks and Apache Spark. Experience building or improving medallion architecture, including Bronze, Silver and Gold data layers. Strong SQL skills for transformation, validation and data analysis. Python or Scala experience for data engineering, automation or scripting. Experience extracting, ingesting and integrating data from APIs. Good understanding of data quality, data controls and reliability within production data environments. Experience working with cloud data services, ideally Azure, although AWS or GCP experience would also be relevant. Exposure to Delta Lake, Databricks Workflows, scheduling tools or lakehouse environments would be beneficial. An understanding of Power BI, reporting data models, governance, cataloguing or lineage would be useful. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Why Consider This Role? This is a strong opportunity for a Data Engineer who wants more ownership, more influence and more impact than a standard pipeline-focused role. You'll be working on a business-critical Databricks platform where data quality, structure and reliability genuinely matter. The business is investing in better data practices, so this role offers the chance to improve how data is ingested, transformed, monitored and made available to the wider organisation. It would suit someone who enjoys solving messy data problems, building robust engineering patterns and helping create a platform that people across the business can trust. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website

Prestigious opportunity for a talented and experienced Senior Java Developer to join a fast growing technology and transformation team delivering innovative, large-scale engineering solutions.This role sits at the intersection of technology, data, and AI, working on some of the UK's most ambitious digital programmes. You'll play a key role in designing and building modern, scalable applications that help organisations make smarter, data driven decisions.Collaborating within mature, cross-functional teams, working alongside engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to create impactful, future ready solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java based applications Contribute across the full software development lifecycle Provide technical input into architecture and system design Build secure, scalable RESTful APIs Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver solutions Write clean, maintainable, and well documented code Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues Continuously improve system performance, reliability, and security Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! Strong experience in Java development (plus exposure to Kotlin or Scala) Deep understanding of OOP principles, SOLID design, and design patterns Hands on experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC) Experience designing and securing RESTful APIs Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Bit bucket Pipelines) Strong experience with Git and version control strategies Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Ability to monitor, diagnose, and improve application performance Strong understanding of secure coding practicesExposure to the following would be advantageous but not essential: - Messaging/streaming technologies (Kafka, SQS) Serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda) Monitoring/logging tools (ELK, Splunk, Dynatrace) ORM technologies (JPA, Hibernate) API documentation tools (e.g., Swagger/OpenAPI) Test tools (Postman, Selenium, Axe) Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) In return, you will be rewarded with a market leading benefits package and ongoing career development in a flexible, hybrid working environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

ScalaJobs is looking for a Scala Tech Lead to join our dynamic Fintech team in London. This position requires strong expertise in Scala, ZIO or Cats, and effective leadership skills.

The position requires solid skills in Scala or Java, strong SQL knowledge, and experience with Agile methodologies.

Proficiency in Scala and Python.

BairesDev is seeking a Staff Software Engineer specializing in Scala to lead the design and development of distributed data systems.

Signify Technology, based in Greater London, is looking for an experienced backend developer with expertise in Scala.

We are seeking a seasoned Scala Tech Lead to steer the team through this critical juncture. As a Scala Tech Lead, you will play a crucial leadership role, guiding a talented team of three engineers, including yourself. By driving the team towards more robust and scalable solutions, you will help sha

A leading technology consultancy in Greater London is seeking a highly experienced Data Engineer with expertise in Hadoop, Spark, Scala, and Python.

WorksHub is looking for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in backend development using Scala to join their London team. Ideal candidates will possess a strong foundation in functional programming and experience in Scala.

As part of a pioneering team in the tech-led insurance sector, you will have a substantial impact on backend architecture and system design, working closely with various teams to develop robust and scalable solutions. Rise Technical Recruitment is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer experienced in Sca

In this role, you will be responsible for building features and services on their innovative product platform while utilizing functional Scala and working with distributed systems.

Permutive is seeking a Scala Software Engineer to revolutionize data-driven marketing. You’ll work on core infrastructure and customer-facing features, building scalable services and APIs, while collaborating with product and engineering teams.

Proficiency in Scala and an interest in Python are essential, alongside experience with PostgreSQL and Docker.

Ideal candidates will have strong Scala experience, understanding of microservices architecture, and comfort with distributed systems. Space Executive is seeking a Senior Scala Software Engineer to join a hybrid working environment in Greater London. The role involves building scalable backend servi

Candidates should possess strong programming skills in Scala and Python, experience with REST APIs, and a background in computer science or engineering.

Designing and building scalable RESTful APIs. Contributing to scalable, maintainable microservices architecture.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and a strong technical background in Scala, Python, and Java, among other technologies.

BigCommerce Pty is seeking a Software Engineer II - Backend to work on payment integrations, enhancing the BigCommerce platform's functionality.The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in backend development, particularly with Ruby on Rails, and will design, implement, and maintain criti

Experience with one of the following Java Virtual Machine (JVM) languages: Java, Scala, or Kotlin. Familiarity with the Scala programming language and popular frameworks such as: Cats, Cats Effect, ZIO, and http4s.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, expertise in Scala and Python, and a passion for solving engineering challenges.