We're looking for a Data Engineer to help us strengthen the data foundations that power decision-making across First Bus.

You'll work as part of our central Data & Analytics team, building robust pipelines and models that support reporting, analytics, and data science use cases. This role is ideal for someone with a few years of engineering experience who enjoys collaborating with others and wants to make an impact by improving how data flows across a complex organisation.

What you'll be doing

• Build and maintain data pipelines using Azure Data Factory and SQL
• Create clean, well-structured datasets that support business reporting and analysis (e.g. fact/dimension models)
• Help modernise and maintain our data warehouse
• Work with analysts, scientists, and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into reliable data models
• Monitor pipeline performance and investigate failed loads or data quality issues
• Support efforts to improve governance – e.g. documenting pipelines, applying naming conventions, and ensuring consistency across tables
• Collaborate closely with the wider D&A team to align on standards and delivery priorities

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• Strong SQL skills and a good understanding of relational databases
• Experience in at least one of Python and R
• Experience building pipelines in Azure Data Factory
• Exposure to cloud data platforms (ideally Azure)
• A collaborative working style – you're happy working with colleagues across analytics, data science, and the business to clarify needs
• A mindset focused on maintainability, reliability, and making datasets easier for others to use

Rewards & Benefits

• Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support
• We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc
• Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass
• Cycle to work scheme
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares
• Flexible working

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.

Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.

Please note: this role is open to candidates with the existing right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship.