Data Engineer, London – Randstad Technologies – UK-Based Applicants Only

This is an exciting opportunity for a Data Engineer with Randstad Technologies in London, UK. This role is ideal for UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work, though foreign applicants may still enquire directly with the employer. With a highly competitive salary range of £130,000 to £196,820, this fully remote contract position offers significant earning potential.

Job Description

As a Data Engineer, you will be instrumental in designing scalable and robust systems. Your primary focus will be on transforming large-scale consumption and royalty data into accurate payout mechanisms.

You will also be responsible for building self-serve tools to empower the Finance team, alongside developing modular and easily maintainable platform capabilities. This contract role, spanning six months, offers the flexibility of fully remote work within the UK.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in data engineering, with the ability to extend into backend development.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing scalable data systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote team environment.
• Applicants must have existing right-to-work in the UK or be UK-based.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary ranging from £130,000 to £196,820.
• Fully remote working model, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects within financial engineering.
• Six-month contract, providing a clear project scope.
• Engagement with a leading technology recruitment company, Randstad Technologies.

How to Prepare

For this Data Engineer role, it’s crucial for Nigerian and African immigrants to present a polished CV that highlights relevant data engineering projects and technical skills aligned with UK industry standards. Emphasize any experience with scalable systems and financial data, and ensure your LinkedIn profile reflects these competencies, tuned for UK recruiters. While this role prioritizes UK-based applicants, foreign applicants should clearly articulate their transferable skills and any UK-recognised credentials or certifications, even if they don't yet have right-to-work, and be prepared to discuss potential pathways.

A compelling cover letter should succinctly explain your interest in the role and how your expertise directly addresses the key requirements, while also addressing your current visa or right-to-work status in the UK. For tech roles, showcasing a portfolio of projects or GitHub contributions can significantly strengthen your application.

• Ensure your CV is in a UK-optimised format, highlighting relevant data engineering projects and technologies used.
• Prepare a LinkedIn profile that clearly showcases your professional experience and technical skills, targeting UK employers.
• Draft a concise cover letter that addresses your right-to-work status and how your skills align with the role.
• Compile a portfolio of relevant data engineering projects or active GitHub profile to demonstrate practical experience.
• Be ready to discuss your eligibility to work in the UK clearly and upfront, even if enquiring as a foreign applicant.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship is NOT advertised for this position. The employer explicitly prefers UK-based applicants with existing right-to-work. Foreign applicants who do not currently possess the right-to-work in the UK may still apply but should confirm their eligibility and potential pathways directly with Randstad Technologies. It is crucial to clarify your status early in the application process.