Data Engineer

Job DescriptionDXC Technology (NYSE: DXC) helps global companies run their mission-critical systems and operations while modernizing IT, optimizing data architectures, and ensuring security and scalability across public, private and hybrid clouds.The world's largest companies and public sector organizations trust DXC to deploy services to drive new levels of performance, competitiveness, and customer experience across their IT estates. Learn more about how we deliver excellence for our customers and colleagues at DXC.com.We have an exciting opportunity to join our high performing team as a Data Engineer. If you’re eager to grow your technical skillset while making a real impact on data-driven business outcomes, we want to hear from you!Location flexible yet strong preference for the successful candidate to be Newcastle based due to client requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the Azure Data & BI service roadmap, backlog, and delivery outcomes.Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify, define, and prioritize analytics opportunities.Translate business requirements into actionable user stories and acceptance criteria.Oversee implementation and continuous improvement of Azure Data Platform services (Synapse, Databricks, ADF, SSIS/SSAS).Manage service performance, stability, and enhancements in alignment with SLAs.Ensure adherence to data governance, security, and compliance frameworks.Participate in data governance council discussions and support governance initiatives.Provide input on reporting and visualization standards using Power BI and related tools.Drive automation, cost optimization, and proactive monitoring through Continuous Service Improvement (CSI).Communicate roadmap progress, KPIs, and improvement plans to customer and internal stakeholders.Willingness to travel to Newcastle for 3 nights each quarter.Technical Expertise Required5+ years of experience in data engineering, BI, or cloud service delivery roles.Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure Data Platform, including:Azure Synapse AnalyticsAzure DatabricksAzure Data Factory (ADF)Azure DevOps / CI-CD pipelinesSSIS / SSAS integrationFamiliarity with data lake, ETL/ELT, and data governance principles.Working knowledge of Power BI and its integration with Azure data sources.Experience in managing Data & BI services within a Managed Services environment.Understanding of Agile delivery and ITIL-based service management practices.Our Culture And BenefitsDXC is committed to building better futures for our customers, colleagues, environment, and communities. As an employer of choice, our “people first” philosophy means we offer competitive remuneration, benefits, training and career opportunities that reflect our commitment to improving the lives of our employees, and the communities in which we live and work. Some of these include;Extensive resources to support your onboarding and continual development including DXC UniversityWe know that great people refer great people. We will reward you when you bring your friends and family to work at DXCMore time to do the things you love with flexible leave options, including purchased leaveTake time to give back with charitable and emergency services volunteer daysWell-being matters to us and our Employee Assistance Program is there to support you and your familyAnd of course, all the basics; novated leasing, discounted health insurance, paid parental leave and many other discountsHow to apply & our commitment to you in returnIf you would like to be part of a culture that drives innovation, delivers results, rewards performance and encourages ideas, then please press the "Apply Now" button to submit your resume.In return, we agree to ensure a hiring process that is enjoyable, thorough, and fair. We strive to provide an environment that lets you thrive and show off the very best version of yourself, while learning about us at the same time.At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.Recruitment fraud is a scheme in which fictitious job opportunities are offered to job seekers typically through online services, such as false websites, or through unsolicited emails claiming to be from the company. These emails may request recipients to provide personal information or to make payments as part of their illegitimate recruiting process. DXC does not make offers of employment via social media networks and DXC never asks for any money or payments from applicants at any point in the recruitment process, nor ask a job seeker to purchase IT or other equipment on our behalf. More information on employment scams is available here.