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Frequently Asked Questions..
Data engineers build and maintain the data collection, storage and analysis infrastructure. They create pipelines to transform raw data into usable formats, implement databases, ensure data quality and work with data scientists to support analytics projects. At Source Group International we match data engineers with roles that match their technical skills and career goals.
Yes. Data engineers need strong programming skills, particularly in Python, SQL and sometimes Java or Scala. They work with ETL tools, big data frameworks like Hadoop or Spark and cloud platforms. Our technical screening process identifies candidates with the right coding skills for the employer’s requirements.
Yes. Data engineers are well paid due to high demand and technical skills. Entry-level employment pay between £50,000 and £90,000, while experienced professionals can earn more than £100,000. Source Group International provides current market salary benchmarking to ensure our candidates get the right compensation package.
Advanced SQL is required. Data engineers need to write complex queries, optimise performance, understand different SQL dialects and design efficient database schemas. While other skills matter, SQL is fundamental. Our technical assessments match candidates with roles that require their level of SQL expertise.
Career paths include senior engineer, data architect or engineering manager roles. Some engineers specialise in areas like cloud data platforms or real-time processing, others move into adjacent fields like machine learning engineering. Source Group International’s recruiters will help map out a personalised career plan based on your strengths and interests.
Current hot skills include cloud native data services (AWS, Azure, GCP), real-time processing frameworks, data mesh architectures, containerisation and DataOps practices. Our recruiters are always tracking market trends to connect forward thinking candidates with employers at the forefront of data technology.
We offer specialist recruitment services including technical role matching, interview preparation, market intelligence and salary negotiation. Our dedicated data engineering recruiters have deep industry knowledge and established relationships with top employers. We have access to opportunities that never hit the public job boards and can introduce you to the decision makers who want to talk to you about your unique skills.