Data Engineer

Person Centred Software Ltd; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software firm in social care is seeking a Data Engineer to build data pipelines and enable innovative, ethical AI solutions in healthcare. The ideal candidate will have solid experience with Azure services and strong Python and SQL skills. Responsibilities include developing data workflows, supporting predictive models, and ensuring compliance with privacy regulations. The role offers a competitive salary in a modern office with flexible working options and various benefits, contributing to transforming the care sector.

Benefits

Base salary up to £45,000

Flexible home working

25 days holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Solid experience in data workflows as a Data Engineer or similar role.
• Practical experience with Azure cloud data services.
• Strong Python skills for data processing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain data pipelines across Azure services.
• Support design of benchmarking methodologies.
• Contribute to predictive model development using Azure ML.

Skills

Data engineering

Azure services

Python

SQL

Git

Communication

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Synapse Analytics

Azure Machine Learning

Databricks

Job description

At Person Centred Software, we’re transforming the care sector through innovative, data‑driven digital solutions. We’re looking for a Data Engineer with a passion for ethical AI, healthcare impact, and scalable technology. In this role, you’ll help build the pipelines, analytics foundations, and data products that power intelligent care solutions across the UK and beyond.

You will join a highly collaborative team working at the intersection of advanced analytics, cloud engineering, and compassionate innovation, helping shape the future of care intelligence.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain data pipelines across Azure services, including Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Fabric, and Data Lake
• Support the design and implementation of benchmarking methodologies using data from hundreds of care homes
• Contribute to the development and deployment of predictive models (e.g., fall prediction, infection risk) using Azure Machine Learning
• Work with developers and product teams to integrate ML outputs into dashboards, APIs, and customer‑facing tools
• Perform data exploration, cleaning, and statistical analysis to support product innovation and business decisions
• Help ensure models and data systems comply with healthcare privacy regulations (GDPR, NHS DSP Toolkit)
• Implement processes for data quality monitoring, pipeline optimisation, and ongoing reliability
• Collaborate closely with senior data scientists/engineers, contributing to a culture of responsible, ethical data use

What You’ll Bring

• Solid experience as a Data Engineer (or similar role) working with production data workflows
• Practical experience with Azure cloud data services, Data Factory, Fabric, Synapse, Databricks, Data Lake/Blob
• Strong Python skills for data processing and automation
• Proficient SQL skills for data modelling, manipulation, and optimisation
• Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows
• Clear, confident communication skills
• Has a strong appreciation for privacy and compliance, and associated regulations, when working with sensitive health and social care data

• Exposure to SaaS products, multi‑tenant systems, or high‑availability cloud environments
• Use of Azure DevOps for planning, tracking, and deployment pipelines
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary product engineering team, working collaboratively with software engineers, test engineers, and product managers
• As a bonus: Understanding of model interpretability, responsible AI principles, or privacy‑first data design

What We Offer

• Up to £45,000 base salary + bonus
• Modern Guildford office with flexible, ad hoc home working
• 25 days holiday
• Contributory pension scheme
• Additional benefits: cycle to work scheme, staff discounts portal, and Employee Assistance Programme

At Person Centred Software, we’re leading the digital revolution in social care. Our technology is reshaping an industry that impacts millions—driving efficiency, improving outcomes, and setting new standards. Every day, your work will help modernise and future‑proof social care.
🚀Tech That Transforms–automation, real‑time data—our solutions are redefining how social care operates
🏆Join the Market Leader– Trusted by thousands, we set the benchmark for digital transformation in social care
💡Drive Meaningful Innovation– Work at the forefront of a sector ready for change, where your skills fuel real‑world impact
📈Challenge Yourself, Make a Difference– If you love tech and solving big challenges, we want to hear from you
🤝Work with the Best– Join a team of top‑tier professionals passionate about using technology to drive change