Data Engineer/Architect
Data Engineer/Architect ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers. We are seeking a Data Engineer / Architect to support the design and delivery of a modern, scalable data foundation. The role focuses on building robust, automated data architectures that bring together multiple data sources into a consistent, trusted view to support reporting, analytics, and governance needs. You will work collaboratively across technical and business teams to develop reliable data pipelines, standardized data models, and high‑quality datasets that enable efficient insight generation and decision‑making.
Key Responsibilities
Design and implement enterprise‑grade data architectures, including data lakes, warehouses, and integration layers. Build and maintain automated data pipelines for ingesting, validating, transforming, and storing data from multiple sources. Develop scalable data models and schemas to support consistent metrics, reporting, and analytics. Establish and apply data standards and quality controls to ensure accuracy, reliability, and repeatability. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data and reporting requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Partner with analytics and visualization teams to ensure data is well‑structured and optimized for downstream use. Required Experience & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline. 5+ years of experience in data engineering and/or data architecture within complex environments. Strong experience with SQL, data modeling, and ETL/ELT processes. Hands‑on experience with cloud‑based data platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Proven ability to integrate and harmonize multiple, fragmented data sources. Working knowledge of data governance, data quality, and security best practices. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams. Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based. Rewards & Benefits ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development. Benefits may include: Competitive base salary and performance related incentives Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable Retirement and pension plans Life assurance and disability coverage Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways Benefits may vary depending on role and location. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. Inclusion and Accessibility ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply