Data Engineer

Job Title

Job Description

Reports to: Senior Data Analyst

Location: London - Heathrow

Contract Type: Permanent

Introduction to role

Vanderlande is the global market leader in baggage handling systems for airports, and sorting systems for parcel and postal services. Working for the business based at Heathrow, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Junior Data Engineer to join our dynamic Data & Analytics team.

Role Responsibilities

In this role, you will support the development and optimization of data pipelines, ensuring the smooth and reliable flow of information across our systems. The ideal candidate is passionate about data, eager to learn, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of data quality and integrity.

Your responsibilities and activities will include:

• Assist in the design, development, and maintenance of data pipelines and ETL processes
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate data collection and delivery
• Monitor and troubleshoot data systems, addressing issues promptly to minimise downtime
• Support the implementation of data quality and data governance best practices
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of our data infrastructure
• Document processes, configurations, and data flows to facilitate knowledge sharing across the team

• Responsibility for planning activities and projects
• Ensures the highest quality of information, reports and communications are being delivered to our customers and internally.
• Builds business partnerships with key customers and other external partners by understanding the business and political environment in which they operate and by adding personal value 
• Strategically challenges the status quo for identification of ongoing enhancements to operational effectiveness and enhancement of the customer experience

Role Qualification and Skills

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, or a related discipline
• Basic understanding of SQL and relational databases
• Familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g. Python, Java, or Scala)
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

What we offer

• 28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)

• Bupa Medical Cover
• YuLife – Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers
• A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities of career progression.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension with Aviva
• Access to Achievers an award-winning recognition platform that inspires to recognise your coworkers Where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age marital status or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore, any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application.