Senior Data Engineer

Come and make a difference at Karbon as a Senior Data Engineer

We're looking for a passionate and skilled individual to join us as a Senior Data Engineer in our ICT & Digital Transformation department. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that's making a real difference in people's lives. The ICT & Digital Transformation department provides enabling digital services that contribute to Karbon Homes mission.

The successful candidate will be accountable for delivering data-related services to the organisation including processing data for reporting & analytics products, data integrations and system migrations, leading the design, build and maintenance of the team's data-related services. They'll act as a positive member of the ICT team, providing the highest possible standard of service to customers.

• A strong record of demonstrable achievement in delivering data services
• Knowledge of modern data engineering tools, technologies and practices
• Understanding of data protection and data governance practices
• Excellent problem-solving skills applicable to working with data
• Relevant ICT qualification, or equivalent work experience
• Experience of collaborating and working as part of an effective team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

You'll be part of our Data Engineering team, led by Ben Hodgson, Data Architect. If you'd like to know more about the role, feel free to reach out to Ben at

• Senior Data Engineer - fixed term role (2 years)
• Salary: £60,000 per annum
• Location:
  
  Predominantly office based at Gosforth or Stanley; attendance at other Karbon offices may be required. Working from home is available depending on business need
• 37 hours per week with some homeworking available/flexible working

We recognise the contribution people with criminal records can make as colleagues and we welcome all applications. A criminal record will not exclude a candidate from being appointed because of offences that are irrelevant to, and do not place them at, or make them a risk in the role they're applying for.

The role you're applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (ROA). The successful candidate(s) will be asked to submit a basic disclosure and barring check application during pre-employment checks.

• 26 days annual leave (rising to 31 after 3 years)
• Birthday leave
• Occupational pension
• Health cash plan
• Flexible benefits pot
• Access to funding for qualifications, conferences, and learning events

If this sounds like the role for you, apply now via our website:

We love seeing the real you in your application. It's fine to use AI tools for things like polishing grammar or improving formatting—your CV and supporting statement should still reflect your own skills, experience, and personality, so we do not accept applications that are fully generated by AI without your own input.

Closing date for applications:
Sunday 26 July 2026

We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of strong applications—don't wait too long to apply!

Interview dates:
Thursday 13 – Tuesday 18 August 2026

We're proud to be an inclusive employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria, you’ll be guaranteed an interview. Need a reasonable adjustment to apply? Contact us at

We're lucky to have a great Preferred Supplier List (PSL) in place, so we're not looking for additional agency support right now. Thanks for understanding—we've got this covered!