Lead Data Engineer

James Adams
Leeds
2 days ago
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Are you an experienced data engineer passionate about leading innovative projects and building impactful data solutions? A prominent organisation in the financial information services sector is seeking aLead Data Engineerto join their team in Manchester. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £90,000 - £120,000, a 15% bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.


About the Role

As a Lead Data Engineer, you will drive the strategic development of data engineering solutions, focusing on ETL processes, data migration, and the development of diverse data products. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering robust, scalable, and efficient systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals. This hybrid position requires on-site presence three days per week.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of ETL pipelines and data integration solutions.
  • This role is a 60% hands on (Technical Leadership/Code Reviews/Actual Coding) and 40% management (Stand Up's/One to One's/Management Meetings) focused role.
  • Manage and deliver large-scale, data-driven projects, ensuring efficiency, quality, and scalability.
  • Develop and oversee data architectures, ensuring the seamless integration of structured and unstructured data sources.
  • Utilize Talend, Python, and No-SQL technologies to design and optimize data solutions.
  • Partner with stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into actionable deliverables.
  • Mentor and lead a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Drive best practices for data engineering, ensuring quality and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate with Agile teams to deliver high-impact projects aligned with business priorities.


Your Background

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in data engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Strong expertise in ETL tools such as Talend and programming with Python.
  • Proven experience working with No-SQL databases and diverse data products.
  • Knowledge of data migrations, real-time data processing, and relational database design.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and microservices architecture.


What Will Set You Apart

  • Knowledge of DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with Kafka for real-time data streaming.
  • Financial Services industry experience is advantageous but not essential.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • A commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.


What’s on Offer

  • A high-impact, high-visibility role in a global leader of financial information services.
  • Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • A supportive, diverse, and inclusive company culture that values your voice.
  • Competitive salary, bonus, and a strong benefits package.


Location & Working Arrangement

This role is based in Manchester, with a hybrid working model requiring on-site presence three days a week.


Take the lead in driving impactful data engineering projects with an organization committed to innovation and diversity. Apply now to become part of a dynamic team delivering data-driven solutions at scale.

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