Associate Data Engineer

We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide. For 90 years we have shaped brighter futures through education, arts, culture, language, and creativity. Working with people in over 200 countries and territories, we are on the ground in more than 100 countries. **We connect. We inspire.** **Role Purpose** The Associate Data Engineer builds and maintains a scalable data infrastructure that enables the CSS function to access, integrate, and utilise data effectively. This role designs and implements data pipelines, manages cloud-based data environments, and ensures data is engineered to be clean, structured, and accessible for analytics. The Associate Data Engineer provides the foundational data architecture that supports business intelligence, analytics, and data visualisation activities across the organisation, enabling evidence-based decision-making and performance improvement. **Role Accountabilities** **Data Infrastructure and Technical Support** Monitor and optimise data processes across the Microsoft data landscape, including Synapse pipelines, Power BI, and Fabric jobs. Analyse and forecast cloud costs while implementing the efficient use of cloud resources. Integrate data from internal and external sources into unified data environments, ensuring data quality, consistency, and reliability through validation and cleansing processes. Implement security measures and access controls to protect sensitive data, develop automated data quality checks and monitoring systems, and collaborate with BI and data analysts to understand requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose data solutions. **Technical Excellence and Innovation** Identify opportunities to improve the performance, scalability, and efficiency of data infrastructure. Maintain comprehensive documentation of data architectures, pipelines, and processes to support knowledge sharing and ongoing maintenance. Support the implementation and adoption of new capabilities in machine learning and data science. **Customer Support and Problem-Solving** Troubleshoot system and network issues, diagnosing and resolving software, data, and user-specific problems. Provide technical guidance on data availability, structure, and best practice usage, while supporting analytics projects through the preparation and provisioning of required datasets. **Collaboration and Stakeholder Management** Work closely with data analysts, BI analysts, and data visualisation specialists to enable effective analytics and reporting. Collaborate with Digital and Technology teams on infrastructure, security, and system integration requirements, and maintain regular engagement with internal and external support teams regarding operational support, system performance, and future development plans. **Knowledge & Experience** **Education** *Desirable:* - Microsoft Azure Synapse (desirable) - Microsoft Power BI and Fabric (desirable) **Experience** *Essential:* - Demonstrable experience in supporting Data and Analytics systems, preferable in a global corporate environment (service desk). - Experience of Microsoft Data and Analytics capabilities (such as Synapse, Data Factory, Azure Monitoring tools, Azure Cost analysis) - Experience of guiding and coaching business users on technical problems through to resolution. - Proven track record of taking ownership and supporting change **Important Information** - **Location:** India, Pakistan, Poland, UK - **Poland Monthly Salary Band:** 11,230 PLN - 14,040 PLN - **Contract Type:** Indefinite - **Pay band:** Grade 7 - **Department:** English & Exams - **Legal Entity:** BC MGMT SERVICES - GSS (2020) - **Right to Work Requirements:** You must have the legal right to work in the location in which the role is based - **Languages:** Written and verbal proficiency in English is required **Closing date for applications:** Wednesday 23 September 2026 (23.59 British Summer Time, BST) Thursday 24 September 2026 (00.59 Central European Summer Time, CEST) Thursday 24 September 2026 (04.00 Pakistan Standard Time, PKT) Thursday 24 September 2026 (04.29 India Standard Time, IST) A connected and trusted UK in a more connected and trusted world. **Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement** We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community as we believe that a diverse workforce gives added depth to our work. The British Council is a Disability Confident Employer. The Disability Confident scheme helps challenge attitudes, increase understanding of disability and ensure staff are drawn from the widest possible pool of talent. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the minimum role requirements. We welcome discussions about specific requirements or adjustments to enable participation and engagement in our work and activities. **Safeguarding Statement** The British Council is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults who we work with. We believe that all children and adults everywhere in the world deserve to live in safe environments and have the right to be protected from all forms of abuse, maltreatment and exploitation as set out in article 19, UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) 1989. Appointment to positions where there is direct involvement with vulnerable groups will be dependent on thorough checks being completed in line with legal requirements and with the British Council’s Safeguarding policies for Adults and Children. If you experience any difficulties with submitting your application, please email