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Lead Data Engineer, London

Linum Consult
Greater London
1 month ago
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Linum Consult’s client is a world-leading major global contractor, building, maintaining and operating on some of the world’s biggest infrastructure projects. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their team in London, UK

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leading the design, development, and deployment of a secure, scalable data platform on Microsoft Azure, turning complex construction data into actionable insight


Managing the data platform roadmap and delivery using high quality engineering practices
Overseeing a high-performing data engineering team and mentoring technical talent
Collaborating frequently across departments to define data requirements, structure, and strategy
Ensuring adherence to data governance, MDM standards, and nuclear safety protocols
Overseeing incident management processes and technical documentation for live environments

PROFILE

Experienced in Microsoft Azure Data services, e.g. Data Factory, Databricks, Azure SQL, Synapse


Experience in SQL, NoSQL, and API-based data pipelines
Demonstrable history of using Agile methodologies such as SCRUM or Kanban
Previously led engineering teams in complex environments
Ability to translate business needs into scalable data architecture
Ideally have previous experience working in the construction, infrastructure, or civil engineering industries and have experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle R12

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