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This is an exciting opportunity for a Lead / Senior Data Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping our data ecosystem. The Lead / Senior Data Engineer is responsible for developing, and maintaining data pipelines in line with architectural plans to support business objectives, analytics, and operational systems.

Client Details

We are a global healthcare company committed to Life. The company's products, technologies, and services are used for the therapy and care of critically and chronically ill patients. With over 41,000 employees and present in over 100 countries, our expansive product portfolio focuses on providing access to high-quality and lifesaving medicines and technologies.

Reporting to the head of IT, the Lead / Senior Data Engineer will sit within the data & analytics team, this is a hands on role, helping ensure that the data is fit for use by the business.

Description

The successful Lead / Senior Data Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to:

Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data requirements and ensure efficient data integration.

Develop and maintain data models to support analytics and reporting needs.

Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Optimise data storage and retrieval processes for improved performance.

Work closely with the analytics team to deliver actionable insights.

Oversee the migration and consolidation of data systems.

Provide technical guidance and support to the team on data-related projects.

Contribute to our data architecture strategies aligned with business objectives.Profile

The successful Lead / Senior Data Engineer will be able to demonstrate:

Strong exposure to cloud Azure cloud platform and data visualisation platforms (Power BI)

Knowledge of Azure Data Factory or similar tools

Understanding of Medallion Architecture.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Job Offer

This is a great opportunity for a Lead / Senior Data Engineer looking to take the next step in their career. We are based in Runcorn and easily commutable from the surrounding area however we also offer flexible / hybrid working. In addition to these great benefits, we also offer:

Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 -£85,000

Discretionary bonus £5k per annum.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Supportive and structured work environment in Runcorn.

Comprehensive benefits package (details to be confirmed).This is a fantastic opportunity for a Data Architect / Senior Data Engineer looking for the next step in their career. If this sounds like the role for you, apply now

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