Data Engineer Apprentice
About the role
- Analyse, understand and communicate business problems or opportunities
- Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Support the design and build of automated data systems and pipelines
- Identify areas for improvement, research potential options, analyse the impact of change and define success measures
- Establish structured data stores and consolidating information from various sources of an organisation
- Transform documented business workflows into automated processes using tools within the business
- Apply tools and techniques for data analysis and data visualisation to present clear findings and recommendations
- Summarise and present data / conclusions in the most appropriate format for users, by translating technical concepts into non-technical language
- Take an iterative approach to completing task-based outputs for a project
- Prepare for, attend, and contribute to client meetings and workshops
- Helping to identify and qualify new client opportunities for Finyx and supporting the bid process; coordinating and tracking the completion of our bid response
- Assisting in the development of Data and AI methodologies
- Implement and improve internal data platform functionality
- Creating materials to upskill employees and explain our Services.
- Providing support (and potentially owning) ongoing internal Finyx projects; this may include analysing and improving internal processes, supporting the design and delivery of company events such as internal training courses for example
Working week
9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Thursday (office based), Friday will be working from home.
Skills
Training & development
Introducing QA’s brand new Level 5 Data Engineer apprenticeship programme, meticulously designed to provide learners with a strong foundation for the development of advanced technical competencies, enabling comprehensive professional and personal growth.
This specialised apprenticeship curriculum comprehensively covers essential knowledge and skills crucial for the proficient design, development and management of intricate data systems.
Learners will be equipped to skilfully architect, administer, and transform data into actionable insights tailored for consumption by Data Scientists, Data Analysts, and Business Intelligence professionals, empowering organisations to drive innovation, optimise business processes, and catalyse informed decision-making.
A natural progression having completed this programme would be onto our DTSL6 Degree Apprenticeship Programme data pathway.
This apprenticeship is designed to produce Data Engineers with the skills to build systems which collect, manage, and convert data into valuable information for data scientists, data analysts and business intelligence analysts to interpret and translate into business impact.
The Data Engineer L5 apprenticeship blends online learning, face-to-face workshops and on-the-job experience to transform learners into highly skilled tech professionals.
Who is it a good fit for?
- Existing Data Engineers looking to upskill
- Data Analysts looking to move into an Engineering role
- Database Administrators
As part of their programme learners will complete:
- 7 learning knowledge modules teaching theory and practical application. These are primarily taught online and are supported by classroom training workshops
- Work-based portfolios & projects will be completed at work, over the course of the programme to demonstrate practical abilities
- Optional Microsoft Certification
As part of the Level 5 Data Engineer Apprenticeship, learners will be able to access Cloud Academy resources which will prepare them for taking the optional Microsoft Certification exam.
- 90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average
Company benefits
- 25 days annual leave.
- Company pension scheme via salary sacrifice (if eligible).
- Private healthcare (after probation).
- Death in service
Things to consider
Entry requirements:
- A Level 3 qualification in a relevant area in any grade
- Acceptable qualifications include, any of:
- Two A levels in one or more similar subject.*
- Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject.
- International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in a similar subject
- BTEC Extended Diploma in a similar subject.
- Experience with programming languages (such as Python)
OR equivalent work experience:
- 2-3 years in a similar subject-related role.
*'Similar subject' relates to areas directly relevant to or commensurate with 'Digital and Technology Solutions'. Typically this would be areas such as but not limited to Level 3 digital apprenticeships, A-Level/BTEC Computer Science, Information Technology, Networking, Software Engineering, etc.
Please note: Learners must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.
You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme.
If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications.
For more information please visit the UK ENIC website.
About FINYX CONSULTING LIMITED
Since 2006, Finyx have supported our clients to deliver large and complex digital transformation programmes and projects that have added real value to their operations. We work on high value, innovative and interesting projects for clients who are strategically vital for the UK economy in both the Private and Public Sectors.
Finyx operate out of three office locations in London, York and Belfast. We pride ourselves on having built a happy and healthy place to work with an open, non-corporate, fun culture built on mutual respect and trust.