Data Engineering Analyst – Sponsorship Available

Employer: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Devon, United Kingdom
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-Time, Hybrid (UK-based remote working options available)
Salary: £53,755 – £60,504 per annum
Job Grade: Grade 7
Application Deadline: April 13, 2025, 23:59 (GMT)

Job Summary
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Data Engineering Analyst to lead the migration of our data management services in preparation for the upcoming implementation of a new Electronic Patient Records (EPR) system, scheduled for April 2026. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring a seamless transition to a new data warehouse environment and the establishment of a customer-focused business intelligence service delivery model. You will bring your expertise in SQL Server databases, ETL processes, and data model design to support our commitment to delivering high-quality, secure, and accessible data services that will drive informed decision-making and operational excellence across the Trust. This role offers flexibility with UK-based remote working options and part-time hours possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Information Team Leads to understand service needs and translate them into actionable data solutions.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive data migration strategy, ensuring the seamless transition and decommissioning of legacy infrastructure.
• Create a detailed migration roadmap, outlining milestones, timelines, and resource allocations.
• Allocate resources effectively to meet project goals and overcome challenges during migration.
• Identify and implement methods for efficient, scalable cross-organization data transfer.
• Provide hands-on technical guidance to EPR reporting workstream leads.
• Develop, test, and implement disaster recovery plans for the new data environment.
• Lead the adoption of new tools and frameworks to enhance team efficiency and system performance.
• Implement processes to monitor, troubleshoot, and improve data workflows in the new infrastructure.
• Catalog non-Epic existing data sources and prepare them for migration.
• Set up and configure the Trust’s new data warehouse, including networking, security, and access controls.
• Establish data security, compliance, and governance policies for the new data environment.
• Define roles and responsibilities for data access and usage, ensuring proper governance.
• Map and migrate database schemas (tables, views, indexes) to the new platform, ensuring compatibility.
• Validate and transform data during migration to meet the requirements of the new system.

Technical Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or equivalent knowledge and experience) in Health Informatics or a related field.
• SQL professional certification.
• Evidence of continuous professional development in health informatics and business intelligence technologies.
• Management qualification or evidence of professional development in staff management and coaching.

Desirable Qualifications

• Prince 2 or Agile Project Management Certification.
• Microsoft SQL Server certification.

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in healthcare data management, ideally within the NHS or healthcare sector.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare service delivery models and information standards for Adult Social Care, Community, and Acute services.
• Proven experience in developing data solutions for healthcare capacity and demand planning.
• Strong proficiency in SQL, including writing, troubleshooting, and performance tuning complex SQL scripts.
• Experience in designing and developing data models from complex healthcare data sources, applying industry standards for reporting services.
• Experience with the implementation and upgrading of database systems, particularly in redesigning patient care systems.

Desirable

• Experience with Electronic Patient Records (EPR) systems.
• Familiarity with database migration strategies and tools in healthcare environments.

Specific Skills

Essential

• Ability to handle and communicate complex, sensitive, or contentious information with senior stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to respond to unexpected demands and tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with clinical, academic, and technical staff at all levels.
• Ability to make autonomous decisions on complex issues, balancing multiple priorities.
• Strong risk identification and problem-resolution abilities, particularly in service delivery contexts.
• A forward-thinking and commercial approach to project planning and execution.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance reviews.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, pension scheme, and life insurance.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options.
• Generous vacation policy and paid sick leave.
• Professional development opportunities and access to training programs.
• Employee wellbeing and mental health support initiatives.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing organization.

Application Process
To apply for this position, please submit your CV along with a cover letter through our online portal. In your cover letter, please detail why you are a strong candidate for this role and how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

For more information on visa sponsorship requirements, please refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Security Clearance
This role is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the recruitment process.

Eligibility
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. We welcome applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship.

Diversity & Inclusion
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic, and we believe that diversity drives innovation and success.

Contact Information
For any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact our HR team at recruitment@tsd.nhs.uk.