Data Engineer Review
at SSE
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Data Analysis
Southsea, Hampshire
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.1 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
3.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
Building and maintaining data pipelines to move and transform data from various sources.
Cleaning and organizing data so it’s ready for analysis.
Managing databases and data storage systems to ensure they run smoothly.
Collaborating with data analysts, scientists, and other teams to understand data needs.
Monitoring data quality and system performance to spot and fix issues.
Automating tasks to make data workflows more efficient.
Cleaning and organizing data so it’s ready for analysis.
Managing databases and data storage systems to ensure they run smoothly.
Collaborating with data analysts, scientists, and other teams to understand data needs.
Monitoring data quality and system performance to spot and fix issues.
Automating tasks to make data workflows more efficient.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
It has been a great way of acquiring knowledge and putting it to practical use in work and managing my personal finances
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Yes. The comprehensive modules on Pandas and Python have been invaluable. I have gained a deep understanding of data manipulation, cleaning, and analysis using Pandas, as well as the ability to write efficient, robust code in Python. These skills have allowed me to handle large datasets with ease and perform complex data analysis tasks efficiently.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The curriculum is thoughtfully designed, the instructors are highly knowledgeable, and the support provided throughout the program is exemplary. I highly recommend this training provider to anyone looking to excel in the field of data analysis.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I have received a lot of support from my employer and been assigned work to help me complete the projects required
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The training provider has a lot of resources I have access to in order to gain further understanding of the topics covered and how to put these to practical use
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It has given me a deeper appreciation of why what I do matters and helps in giving my organisation useful products and data
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Yes, we have a number of social and professional networking events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend SSE to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great place to work and develop yourself. In my decades with the company I have had the opportunity to work in many different roles which improved my social and professional skills.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to SSE?
Keep developing yourself and never stop learning as there are endless opportunities to move around the company doing different roles based on your interests
