Contract Software Engineer – SC Cleared

Company: Searchability
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Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Description:

Contract Software Engineer – SC Cleared

  • Location: Newcastle (Hybrid)
  • Clearance: SC Clearance required
  • Contract Type: Contract
  • Start Date: ASAP (high priority requirement)
  • Day Rate: up to £550 per day OUTSIDE IR35
  • To apply, email: Dominic.barbet@searchability.com

Overview

We are supporting a high-priority programme seeking a skilled Software Engineer with strong data engineering experience to join a fast-paced delivery environment. This role is hands‑on and focuses on building and optimising modern data platforms using Databricks, Spark, and AWS technologies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work closely with Architects and Delivery Managers to scope, size, and plan technical activities
  • Design, build, and optimise scalable data pipelines and analytics solutions
  • Manage and work within Databricks environments, including workspace configuration, clusters, and repositories
  • Develop complex data transformations using PySpark, including advanced functions such as windowing
  • Support and implement modern data architectures, including Medallion (Bronze, Silver, Gold) layering
  • Build and maintain data sanitisation and masking pipelines in line with security requirements
  • Develop and optimise relational database solutions using PostgreSQL, including schema design and advanced SQL

DevOps & Infrastructure

  • Provision and manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform (Infrastructure as Code)
  • Work within CI/CD pipelines and Git-based version control workflows
  • Deploy and maintain AWS‑based solutions, including services such as S3, DynamoDB, and IAM

Key Skills & Experience

  • Strong experience as a Software Engineer working on data‑focused platforms
  • Hands‑on expertise with Databricks and Apache Spark (PySpark)
  • Solid understanding of modern data architecture patterns
  • Experience implementing secure data handling, including masking and sanitisation
  • Advanced SQL skills and experience with PostgreSQL
  • Experience with Terraform and CI/CD pipelines
  • Familiarity with AWS cloud services and infrastructure

Additional Information

  • SC Clearance is required for this role
  • Immediate availability is highly desirable due to programme priority
  • Hybrid/onsite presence in Newcastle may be required

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Posted: May 1st, 2026