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Lead Data Engineer

Lead Data Engineer - London (Hybrid)

A fast-growing AI and data consultancy that helps global businesses unlock insights from consumer data using cloud-native platforms, machine learning and agentic AI are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to help shape both the technology and the engineering team.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale data and AI platforms
  • Build cloud-native solutions using Databricks, Azure, AWS and GCP
  • Develop scalable ETL/ELT pipelines with Python, PySpark and SQL
  • Define engineering standards and mentor a team of Data & Platform Engineers
  • Work on AI deployment, orchestration and monitoring in production
  • Collaborate with clients, architects, data scientists and product teams to deliver high-impact solutions

What we’re looking for:

  • Strong experience building cloud-based data platforms
  • Expertise with Python, SQL, Spark/PySpark and Databricks
  • Experience designing scalable data architectures and modern data pipelines
  • Previous technical leadership or mentoring experience
  • Azure, AWS or GCP experience

What’s in it for you?

  • Salary up to £100,000
  • Generous pension contribution, private healthcare, personal learning budget etc.
  • Clear progression and exposure to cutting-edge AI and agentic technologies

Apply now for immediate consideration!

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