We are Nucleo, an advisory and technology consulting firm specialising in Data & AI, Enterprise Solutions and Change Delivery. We partner with organisations to deliver transformative projects that create measurable value.

Our Enterprise Solutions division optimises operations with CRM, ERP and Asset Management Systems. Our Data & AI division drives smarter decisions through automation and insights. Our Change Delivery division supports the people and develops the processes to help organisations meet their transformation goals and desired ROI.

Collaboration is at the core of our approach, both with our clients and within our teams. With over 60 in-house subject matter experts, we deliver bespoke solutions that ensure seamless implementation, stakeholder alignment, and lasting impact for businesses, their customers.

About the Role

About the Role
Nucleo is seeking a Senior Data Engineer / Consultant to join our growing Data & AI practice. This is a hybrid role — ideal for someone who combines strong technical capability with the confidence to engage directly with clients and help shape practical data solutions.

The successful candidate will work alongside the Director of Data & AI to design, build, and deliver modern data platforms, while also contributing to discovery sessions, proposals, and solution design. You’ll have the technical depth to earn credibility with engineers, and the communication skills to advise business leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement scalable data pipelines, integrations, and architectures using Microsoft Azure technologies (Data Factory, Synapse, Data Lake, SQL, Power BI).
Engage directly with clients to understand requirements and translate them into actionable technical designs.
Contribute to data strategy and governance engagements as part of Nucleo’s broader Data & AI offering.
Participate in workshops, presentations, and technical reviews with both internal and client teams.
Mentor junior team members and support the development of reusable assets and frameworks.
Represent Nucleo with professionalism, technical authority, and a solution-oriented mindset.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience in data engineering or analytics delivery, ideally within a consulting or client-facing environment.
Strong proficiency in the Microsoft data ecosystem (Azure Data Factory, Synapse, SQL, Data Lake).
Solid understanding of data modelling, ETL/ELT processes, and modern data architecture principles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and business perspectives.
Proactive, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.

Desirable

Experience with Power BI, Python, or automation tools within the Microsoft stack.
Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD, and data governance frameworks.
Experience designing or supporting AI/analytics initiatives.

Senior Data Engineer

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