Data Engineer at Salix, Manchester Area, £Contract Rate

Data Engineer

12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Manchester - 1 day per week

About Salix

At Salix, we enable and inspire organisations to achieve net zero and create better places. We deliver and administer government funding schemes that improve energy efficiency, support clean power and help create warmer, healthier homes and resilient public buildings across the UK.

Working with central government, local authorities, housing associations, universities, schools and hospitals, we combine funding delivery with practical expertise and insight to help organisations turn ambition into real-world impact.

As we continue to grow and evolve, including supporting the delivery of the Warm Homes Plan and future strategic programmes, we are looking for talented people who want their work to contribute to a greener future.

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Engineer to join our growing Data & Analytics team.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape Salix’s data capability during a period of significant organisational growth and transformation. You will play a key role in building and maintaining robust data pipelines, ensuring trusted and high-quality data is available to support reporting, analytics and operational decision-making across the organisation.

Working closely with analysts, platform managers and business stakeholders, you will contribute to the development of scalable data solutions and support strategic initiatives including the creation of a historical data repository and preparation for a new CRM platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain ingestion, transformation and load processes into the SQL data warehouse using tools such as Azure Data Factory
• Develop robust ETL/ELT pipelines working with APIs, databases and file-based data sources
• Design and maintain curated datasets, semantic layers and dimensional data models for reporting and analytics
• Optimise SQL queries and database performance
• Implement data quality checks, monitoring, lineage and observability processes
• Support data cataloguing, metadata management and governance practices
• Ensure data security through masking, anonymisation and adherence to GDPR and ISO27001-aligned standards
• Complete unit and integration testing to ensure reliable and accurate data outputs
• Collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutions

About You

We are looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with a collaborative and proactive approach.

You will ideally have experience with:

• Advanced SQL and database administration
• Microsoft Azure Data Services and cloud-based data engineering best practices
• ETL/ELT pipeline development and orchestration
• Data modelling for analytics and reporting
• Query optimisation and performance tuning
• Testing and automation of data processes
• Agile delivery methodologies
• Writing clear technical documentation and communicating effectively with non-technical audiences

Desirable skills include:

• Python development
• Experience with NetSuite and Salesforce data structures
• Knowledge of public sector data protection and governance standards

Why Join Salix?

At Salix, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation where your work has a direct impact on sustainability, public services and the UK’s transition to net zero.

Applications close on Monday 15 June 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview on Wednesday 24 June 2026.

Successful candidates will be required to complete DBS and BPSS security checks as part of the recruitment process.

Salix encourages applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation where different perspectives are valued. To monitor our processes, all applicants are asked to complete a diversity and equality form via the link provided here: https://forms.office.com/e/Mc9F0G4uLT