Data Tech Lead (Cloud Data Engineering)

TL;DR

Data Tech Lead (Cloud Data Engineering): Designing and delivering scalable cloud-based data engineering solutions with an accent on technical architecture and pipeline delivery. Focus on managing robust data platforms, solving complex engineering challenges, and mentoring delivery teams.

Location: Hybrid (Leeds, UK)

Salary: £80,000 - £100,000

Company

A technical consultancy providing data engineering and strategic delivery services across a diverse range of industries.

What you will do

• Lead the technical architecture and delivery of scalable data engineering solutions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to Data Engineers within delivery teams.
• Design and manage robust data pipelines, data platforms, and warehousing solutions.
• Take a hands-on approach to developing complex or high-risk engineering components.
• Define and promote best practices for data quality, performance, governance, and security.
• Collaborate with clients, product managers, and analysts to translate business needs into technical data solutions.

Requirements

• Proven experience designing and delivering scalable cloud-based data engineering solutions.
• Expertise with Azure (Data Factory, Synapse), AWS (Redshift, Glue), or GCP (BigQuery, Dataflow).
• Advanced SQL skills, including optimization and performance tuning.
• Strong experience with ETL/ELT pipelines and data transformation frameworks.
• Programming proficiency in Python, Scala, or Java for data processing.
• Deep understanding of data warehousing concepts and experience maintaining production-grade pipelines.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including healthcare.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and technical growth.
• Exposure to diverse projects across various industries, enhancing both technical and consulting expertise.
• Mentorship and leadership opportunities within a collaborative engineering community.