Data Specialist

Role: Data Solutions Developer (18 month Fixed Term Contract)

Salary: £40-£45k

Location: Motherwell (hybrid)

Are you passionate about delivering robust data solutions that drive business success? Our client, a global leader in manufacturing, is looking for a Data Solutions Developer to transform business requirements into powerful, data-driven solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, applying your technical expertise to design, implement, and support reporting solutions using platforms like Qlik Sense or Power BI.

Key Responsibilities
• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to evaluate requirements and recommend technical design solutions.
• Design and implement robust data models using the Qlik associative data model.
• Develop and deploy ETL scripts to integrate and transform data from multiple sources.
• Ensure thorough unit testing and create test case plans in collaboration with end-users.
• Document solutions, execute knowledge transfer, and provide ongoing support for developed applications.
• Monitor and meet KPIs for assigned projects and products.
• Promote security compliance, following IT governance and best practices.

Skills and Qualities You’ll Bring
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, across all levels of an organization.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team, both virtually and in person.
• Proactive problem-solving skills, with a results-driven and self-motivated mindset.
• Solid numeracy and data analysis capabilities.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and deliver solutions in a fluid, fast-paced environment.
• Customer-focused approach with a commitment to delivering robust, high-quality solutions.
• Willingness to take ownership of issues, keeping stakeholders informed and ensuring progress.

Experience and Qualifications
• A degree in Information Systems Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience in writing and debugging SQL queries.
• Familiarity with a data analytics platform (such as Qlik Sense or Power BI) is preferred.
• Experience in database design, data transformation, and ETL processes.
• Proven track record in planning, developing, and deploying IT systems or solutions.
• Experience working in a customer-focused IT environment.

Additional Information
• Occasional travel (estimated at 5%).
• Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and providing support where needed.
• 4 Day Working Week

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading organization with a long-standing global presence and contribute to projects that make a real impact. If you’re ready to apply your expertise in business intelligence and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment, we’d love to hear from you.