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Senior Software/Data Engineering Lead

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This is one of the world’s most renowned financial institutions, experiencing an exciting period of growth in their London office.
In this role, you will join a highly creative, innovative, and passionate team of engineers combining Data Science, AI, ML, optimization algorithms, and automation to enhance human intelligence and solve business problems at scale. You will take on a varied project portfolio, including architecting and implementing robust, modern cloud-based software solutions, building scalable frameworks for common data challenges, and mentoring junior engineers.
The successful Senior Software/Data Engineering Lead will be an excellent creative problem solver, a data enthusiast, and passionate about applying data analytics and intelligence to solve real-world problems.
Skills and Experience Required
Practical experience in architecting and delivering cloud-based software engineering frameworks
Experience with AWS services related to data analytics, AI, and ML technologies
Deep knowledge of cloud-native data technologies and modern data engineering practices
Excellent full-stack development skills in Python or similar languages
Strong SDLC mindset, API, and microservice development experience
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields
Interest in data science, AI, and ML disciplines
Experience with data mesh frameworks and implementation
Familiarity with the latest tools, languages, and frameworks
Opportunities for career growth and professional development
Flexible working arrangements, including WFH 2-4 days a week depending on role

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