Data Developer

Fixed Term, 12 months

Full Time

Up to £36,057 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Closing Date: 21st April 2021

The Data Developer is part of a specialist team with technical expertise and knowledge to deliver management information to the organisation. Using professional industry recognised techniques, the role is critical in delivering accessible, well structured data and information to operational teams to empower them to make business decisions and deliver effective/efficient services. The role works closely with analysts and performance officers to turn abstract business questions and academic concepts into highly valued intelligence and insights.

The role applies technical capabilities across the functional areas of the business and familiarity with tools and techniques that optimise and automate processes. The role will act as a key enabler and provide seamless integration with the rest of the service. The role may also offer specialist knowledge within a chosen subject area or have an interest in using skills to develop predictive analytics and translate business requirements into technical specifications.

Working as part of a specialist team, you'll use your expertise to design reports, queries and dashboards that make it easy for staff to access information and create their own reports if needed. You'll also find ways to improve our current databases, working with performance officers and analysts to support effective data recording, reporting and analysis across adult social care.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

We're looking for people with a wide knowledge of database theories, ETL and business intelligence tools, e.g. Power BI, Business objects and SSRS. You'll also be highly competent when it comes to SQL and developing other programming skills. In terms of qualifications, you should be educated to degree level or have the equivalent experience. But just as much, we're looking for great communicators and collaborators who can work with all kinds of people to achieve great results.

In return, you can look forward an excellent rewards package, as well as flexible working and long-term career opportunities.

To view the full role profile please visit the full advert on the Working for Essex website.

Next steps and apply

Please submit your CV and a Supporting Statement via the apply button on the Working for Essex website.

Benefits

Essex County Council is proud to offer an excellent benefits package to all its employees.

*This position will initially, in line with current government guidance be based from home, with an expectation of being home based for the foreseeable future. However, if / when government guidelines change the role may then revert to being office based, whilst retaining some flexible working options.

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity is key to our success.