Lead Data Engineer
Summary
Lead Data Engineer (hired via recruiter Searchability) for a fast-growing London technology business: design, build and maintain scalable cloud data platforms and pipelines using Python, SQL, modern orchestration tools and AWS/Azure/GCP, while providing technical leadership. Hybrid role, 4 days per week in the London office.
- London-based role – hybrid working with 4 days per week in the office
- Join a fast-growing technology business building modern, cloud-based data platforms
- Lead the design and development of scalable data infrastructure using Python and cloud technologies
ABOUT THE CLIENT
Due to continued growth, we're recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join an ambitious technology business with exciting expansion plans. You'll play a key role in shaping the organisation's data capability, working alongside a collaborative engineering team to deliver scalable data solutions that support a range of innovative products. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges within a fast-paced environment.
THE BENEFITS
- Competitive salary up to £120,000
- Competitive equity package
- Hybrid working with 4 days per week in the London office
- Opportunity to influence technical direction across the data function
- Work within a collaborative engineering environment
- Clear progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
- Exposure to modern cloud and data technologies
THE LEAD DATA ENGINEER ROLE:
As the Lead Data Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, building and maintaining scalable data platforms that support business-critical applications. You'll develop robust data pipelines, optimise data storage and processing, implement best practices around data quality and governance, and work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver reliable, high-performing data solutions. You'll also provide technical guidance, helping to drive engineering standards and continuous improvement across the data function.
LEAD DATA ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Commercial experience within a Lead Data Engineer, Senior Data Engineer or Backend Engineering role
- Experience designing and building scalable data pipelines
- Strong knowledge of SQL and database technologies
- Experience working with modern data processing and orchestration tools
- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP
- Experience working within agile software engineering environments
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
TO BE CONSIDERED:
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