Job Description

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a skilled Data Engineer to join our Data, Intelligence, and Insight Team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for building the Council's end-to-end Data Warehouse, supporting teams in delivering integrated data analysis and intelligence. This will empower the Council to make informed decisions based on a robust evidence base and a single version of the truth.
About the role:
As a Data Engineer, you will lead the technical development of data repositories across various council services. Key responsibilities include delivering production-level SQL code, handling multiple data sources, adapting to changing deadlines, and providing technical support to colleagues within the wider data team. Strong problem-solving skills will be essential for success in this role, as well as experience optimising stored procedures in a DataMart context.
With the Council undergoing significant transformation, this is an excellent opportunity to shape and enhance our future reporting infrastructure, ensuring data is at the heart of decision-making. Any prior knowledge of council services will be an advantage, as the role spans multiple areas.
For more information, please refer to the job description. Applications will be assessed against the job description. If you believe you have the relevant skills, experience, and background, we encourage you to apply.
What we can offer you:
Salary: The salary band for this role is 47,181 - 51,35. The starting salary is 47,181 with annual progression through the salary bands.
Here at SCC we have a range of different perks and benefits, a few examples can be found below.

• Excellent

with 16.8% employer contribution * Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)

• Generous holiday 25-31 days, based on role and service
• Flexible working options (role-dependent)
• Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
• Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
• Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
• Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
• Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
• Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
• Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
• Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

For further information on our benefits package please visit:
Please note: We are not able to offer Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship on this role, at this time.
Contact details for informal discussion:
For further information and details regarding the post, please contact: Cheylea Hopkinson at .
Interview Information:
This is a hybrid role and there will be an expectation to be in the office 1-2 days per week. As this is a hybrid role, please note that interviews will take place in person only in our Southampton office.
Interviews are scheduled for 2nd and 3rd October 2025.
Recruitment contact details:
Email:
Tel: 023 8083 4033
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Organisation
Southampton City Council
Service Area
Data, Intelligence & Insight
Job Location
Civic Centre
Contract Length
Fixed term
Work Hours
Full time, 37 hours per week
Salary
47,181 - 51,357 per annum
Closing Date
17/09/2025
Job Reference
15982
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