Lead Data Engineer

Peregrine
London
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At Peregrine, were always seeking Specialist Talent that have the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Project Change Professionals in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector we are always in search of the best talent to place, now.How Specialist Talent Works:At Peregrine, we find the best talent for our clients. Unlike traditional contractors, where you are hired by the client, you remain a permanent employee of Peregrine, with access to all our standard benefits:A Permanent Position in a Market-Leading Workforce Solutions companyLife Assurance5% annual bonusPension Scheme Employer matched to 5%Voluntary Benefits Health Cash Plan, Dental, Will Writing etcAnnual Leave 23 days rising to 27 with length of serviceSick Pay Increasing with length of serviceAre you an experienced Lead Data Engineer with a passion for AI, LLMs , and cutting-edge analytics? Do you thrive in a start-up environment , leading teams and building scalable data solutions? We are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to drive our data strategy, manage a small team, and help shape the future of AI-driven analytics.What Youll Do:Lead & mentor a team of junior data engineersDesign, build & optimize scalable data pipelines and ETL processesWork with LLMs, vector databases, and real-time data processingDevelop and deploy machine learning models with PythonArchitect data solutions on cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)Ensure data integrity, security, and high performanceCollaborate with data scientists & engineers to deliver AI-driven insightsWhat Were Looking For:Strong experience in data engineering & leading small teamsProficiency in Python and experience with ML/AI-driven workflowsDeep understanding of LLMs (GPT, BERT, etc.) and their applicationsExpertise in SQL/NoSQL databases , data lakes & data warehousesExperience in cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) & containerizationFamiliarity with MLOps, CI/CD , and modern data stackStartup mindset hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable in fast-paced environmentsWhy Join Peregrine?Lead & shape the data strategy in a high-growth AI-driven start-upWork on cutting-edge LLMs & AI-powered analyticsCareer growth take ownership & drive innovationHybrid working 3 days in our Central London officeApply Now! Send your CV to

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