Data Engineer

Data Engineer

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

September 10, 2026October 1, 2026United Kingdom
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The job is posted by NATO, specifically under the Headquarters Allied Maritime Command (HQ MARCOM). NATO, established in 1949, is an intergovernmental military alliance comprising 31 member countries from North America and Europe. Its mission is to ensure the freedom and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security of its members through political and military means. HQ MARCOM is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing naval operations, and it plays a crucial role in advising NATO leadership on maritime matters. The organization is committed to fostering peace and stability in the region and operates in multiple countries, focusing on collaborative defense strategies.

Job Overview:
The Data Engineer position at NATO's HQ MARCOM is a fixed-term role lasting three years, aimed at enhancing maritime situational awareness and operational decision-making through improved data integration and engineering. The primary responsibility of the Data Engineer is to design and implement technical solutions that facilitate the integration of complex data sets, enabling data-driven decisions. The role requires a proactive approach to project delivery, where the engineer will identify problems and opportunities, understand business requirements, and develop technical solutions that are tested and deployed effectively. The position is integral to MARCOM's efforts to standardize technical practices and enhance capabilities in project management, data engineering, and data science. The Data Engineer will work with advanced algorithms, data science workflows, and AI to solve business challenges and improve situational awareness, contributing significantly to the organization's mission.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Data Engineer will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including but not limited to:
  • Designing and delivering technical solutions for data integration projects.
  • Collaborating with project teams to define problems and opportunities, ensuring business requirements are met.
  • Building, testing, and deploying technical solutions to achieve desired project outcomes.
  • Leveraging complex algorithms and data science workflows to address business challenges.
  • Developing and adopting data engineering methods that standardize the approach to data collection, storage, processing, and governance.
  • Ensuring the resilience of data capabilities by implementing appropriate architecture, policies, and procedures.
  • Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in data integration and engineering practices.
  • Engaging with stakeholders to understand their needs and provide data-driven insights that support decision-making processes.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess essential qualifications, including:
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience applying data science tools for advanced analytics, machine learning, and data visualization.
  • An advanced degree in data science, data analytics, or a closely related field, along with 2 years of relevant experience; or higher secondary education with advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification and 4 years of post-related experience.
  • Demonstrable experience in delivering data integration projects using AI and/or machine learning tools such as Databricks, Watson, Microsoft Cognitive Toolkit, or TensorFlow.
  • Proven ability to design mathematical and statistical models to solve business challenges.
  • Experience applying data science, analytics, and integration tools/programming languages on real-world datasets, including Python, R, KNIME, Splunk, and Geo data.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes an advanced degree in data science, data analytics, or a closely related field. Alternatively, candidates with higher secondary education who have completed advanced vocational training leading to a professional qualification are also eligible, provided they have the requisite post-related experience. This educational foundation is critical for understanding the complexities of data engineering and analytics in a military context.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in applying data science tools to support advanced data analytics, machine learning, and data visualization. This experience should include practical applications of data integration and engineering in real-world scenarios, demonstrating the ability to deliver projects that meet organizational goals.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as all applications and communications must be conducted in English. While not explicitly stated, proficiency in additional languages may be considered advantageous, especially in a multi-national organization like NATO, where collaboration across different countries is common.

Additional Notes:
This position is classified under NATO Grade 15 and requires a NATO Secret security clearance. The basic monthly salary for this role is £6204.99, which is tax-free. The closing date for applications is set for 30 September 202
  • The role is full-time and fixed-term for three years, and candidates are encouraged to apply through the designated NATO application platform. It is important to note that NATO will not accept applications that have been prepared using generative AI tools, and all submissions must include essential information in the application form.
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