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UK Biobank

Data Engineer

Manchester·Hybrid·21h ago·Closes in 5 days

Salary

£ – £40k

Work type

Hybrid

Level

mid

Category

Data Engineering

About the role

Data Engineer

At UK Biobank, we are building one of the most advanced biomedical data platforms in the world. Every day, researchers across the globe rely on our data to make discoveries that improve how diseases are prevented, diagnosed, and treated.

We’re now looking for an Level 1 Data Engineer to join our Data & Technology team. This is an opportunity to develop your skills in a modern cloud environment, working on data pipelines that directly support world-leading research.

As a welcoming and inclusive organisation, we value collaboration, curiosity, and people who are motivated to learn and grow while contributing to meaningful work.



Can you do it?

To contribute to the building of modern, cloud-based data pipelines which enable the delivery of data to UK Biobank’s research community, forming part of the data engineering capability within the Data and Technology Team.

You will be responsible for:

  • Contributing to the Data Engineering team, embracing good software engineering practices to develop AWS data pipelines that meet the needs of the organisation
  • Participating in the secure data engineering lifecycle to ensure pipelines are designed, developed, deployed and operated securely
  • Undertaking hands-on development of data pipelines, including planning, writing, and deploying clean, scalable, testable and secure code under the direction of the Lead Data Engineer
  • Contributing to the building of CI pipelines and development of Infrastructure as Code to deploy resources to AWS deployment, test and production environments under the direction of the Lead Data Engineer

Is this 'you'?

To be successful, you will have:

  • Knowledge of developing data pipelines with Python and SQL
  • Awareness of the technologies and tools involved in developing and running AWS cloud-based data pipelines
  • Some experience working in a software development or data engineering capacity
  • Willingness to learn and introduce new languages, concepts, and approaches

This role would suit someone early in their career who is keen to build experience in data engineering within a supportive and collaborative team.

Working hours are 35-hours per week, Monday to Friday with some flexibility, 3 days onsite with hybrid working available. Located in Greater Manchester (initially based in Stockport with a move to Manchester Science Park mid to late 2026).

Our passion for diversity and equality means creating a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful, engaging, and enriched with opportunities for personal and professional development.

Your Wellbeing Matters to Us

People who thrive at UK Biobank often talk about the purpose in their work, feeling trusted and supported by their manager, and being part of an inclusive environment where wellbeing and learning are taken seriously.

We’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, financial security, and work–life balance from day one:
🗓️ 26 Days’ Annual Leave - Plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
➕ Holiday Buy Scheme - Purchase up to one additional week of leave per year.
🎂 Birthday Leave - Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate your birthday.
🏦 USS Pension Scheme - Hybrid defined benefit/defined contribution pension plan.
🏥 Healthcare Cash Plan - Claim back costs for everyday health expenses.
👶 Enhanced Family Leave* - Subject to eligibility.
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme - Save on a new bike and accessories.
🚆 Season Ticket Loan - Interest-free loan to help with commuting costs.
📄 Professional Subscriptions - Reimbursement where applicable.
📚 Learning budget - Annual funds for courses, books, or anything else that fuels your personal and professional growth.
🏋️ Free On-Site Gym - Stay active with access to our gym facilities.
🍽️ Subsidised Canteen Lunches - Enjoy healthy meals at reduced prices.
🚗 Free Car Parking - On-site parking available for staff.
🛍️ Employee Discounts Portal - Access to savings across retail, travel, and more.
📞 Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential support for personal and work-related issues.
💉 Annual Flu Vaccination - Stay protected with free flu jabs.
🛡️ Life Assurance Cover - Financial protection for your loved ones.

The job advert closing date may change, so early applications are encouraged.

About UK Biobank

UK Biobank is a large-scale biomedical database and research resource containing in-depth genetic and health information from half a million UK participants.

The database, the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in the world, is anonymised and made widely accessible by UK Biobank to global researchers who use it to find new scientific discoveries about common and life-threatening diseases – such as cancer, heart disease and stroke which strike in mid-later life.

UK Biobank is an innovative organisation with over 350 staff across four sites in the UK that fosters an engaging environment and supports the development of our staff. Our dedicated teams work alongside the world's leading biomedical scientists in our joint mission to improve public health.

Tech stack

AWSPythonSQLDocker