Data Engineer (ID: M7b9KY3a)

Data Engineer wanted to help us build the data infrastructure that will accelerate construction decarbonisation.

Who we are

We are a business of the future: a dynamic team of engineers, thinkers, parents, walkers, traders, dreamers, climbers, scientists, gardeners, friends, family and visionaries. We are people who think differently, challenge convention and believe that, together, we can make a meaningful difference through our work.
We are responding to the urgent global need to decarbonise construction. By developing innovative low-carbon and carbon-negative technologies, products, and the industrial ecosystem needed to manufacture and deploy them at scale, we are accelerating the transition to a more sustainable built environment.We firmly believe that what we do has a pivotal role to play in achieving net zero by 2050.

The opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join our technical team and help shape how we collect, connect, manage and use data across our business.
Working closely with our engineering and technical teams, you will transform raw data from multiple sources into reliable, meaningful information that supports better decision-making, improves operational performance and enables the development of smarter, more connected systems.
This is an opportunity to take ownership, bring fresh thinking and build the data infrastructure and tools that will support our growing business. You'll have the freedom to explore new technologies, solve complex technical challenges and see the direct impact of your work.
If you're naturally curious, enjoy turning complexity into clarity and want your technical expertise to contribute to tangible environmental progress, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing

Data Engineer responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Building data pipelines: Designing, developing and managing pipelines that integrate process and operational data from multiple sources.
• Data architecture and analysis: Scoping systems architecture, connecting data sources and developing and maintaining data-driven tools and applications.
• Data platform development: Designing and developing an integrated data platform that provides a robust, scalable foundation for the business.
• ETL development: Writing and maintaining extraction, transformation and loading (ETL) processes to clean, structure and prepare data for analysis and application.
• System optimisation: Managing and improving system performance, troubleshooting issues and optimising data storage, processing and retrieval.
• Data security and governance: Implementing appropriate security measures, access controls and data management practices to protect sensitive information.

AI and machine learning: Exploring and applying AI, large language models (LLMs) and machine learning (ML) within our internal tools, products and services to automate processes and unlock new capabilities.

What you'll bring

• We are looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with curiosity, initiative and the ability to turn business challenges into practical solutions.

You will ideally have:

• Strong programming skills, particularly in SQL and languages such as Python, Java or Scala.
• Practical experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure or Google Cloud Platform.
• A good understanding of industrial systems and their data environments, including ERP (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics and SAP), MES and SCADA.
• Experience with big data technologies and tools such as Spark, Kafka or Hadoop.
• The ability to independently scope, design and deliver technical solutions in response to business-led requirements.
• Confidence working both independently and collaboratively within a small, multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with external organisations, customers and subcontractors, taking ownership of key technical interfaces.
• Ideally, five years' relevant applied professional experience.
• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

Above all, we are looking for someone who enjoys learning, takes ownership and is excited by the opportunity to build something meaningful.

Your development and our culture

We believe that the success and impact of our business are driven by the growth, contribution and cohesion of our people.
You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills through a combination of personal mentorship, hands-on experience and applied learning. As our business grows, so will your opportunity to influence our technical direction and make a real contribution to what we achieve.
We aim to create a collaborative, supportive, enjoyable and respectful working environment where people feel valued, have the freedom to contribute and are encouraged to thrive.
Collectively, we can lead the carbon change in construction and help build a better future.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 25 days (pro rata), plus bank holidays and your birthday off!
• Flexible working hours.
• Company pension with an ecological focus.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Casual dress.
• Company events.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Free on-site parking.

Inclusion and equal opportunities

• We welcome great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe diversity makes our business stronger, our thinking better and our working lives more rewarding.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected and able to contribute. We want our place to be anyone's place.

Ready to make a difference?

If you want to use your technical expertise to solve meaningful challenges, build innovative systems and contribute to the decarbonisation of one of the world's most carbon-intensive industries, we'd love to hear from you.
Together, we can lead the carbon change in construction.

Application requirements

• Please confirm your current right-to-work status in the UK.
• Applicants must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

The role is based in Bristol BS16. You must be able to reliably commute or be willing to relocate before starting.

Position: Data Engineer - Job Type: Full-Time, 30–37 hours per week, with flexibility and open to discussion - Salary: £55,000–£62,000 per annum, depending on experience
Location: Lyde Green, South Gloucestershire (Bristol BS16)