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Lead Data Engineer

City of London
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Lead Data Engineer

As a Lead Data Engineer, you'll be instrumental in driving innovation through advanced analytics, AI, cloud technologies, and data science. You will help build a new Data & Analytics function and unified data platform.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute a data engineering strategy that aligns with organisational goals and technological advancements.
  • Design and implement a scalable, reliable, and cost-efficient modern cloud data platform.
  • Build and maintain robust ETL/ELT pipelines for processing and managing large volumes of structured and unstructured data.
  • Create and manage Power BI dashboards, reports, and data models to provide strategic insights.
  • Integrate cutting-edge technologies like AI, real-time analytics, and automation into our data infrastructure.
  • Lead operational AI initiatives, including the development of machine learning models for predictive analytics.

    Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and data processing services.
  • Advanced skills in Power BI, including DAX, Power Query, and data modelling.
  • Strong programming abilities in Python, SQL, and/or Scala.
  • Expertise in ETL/ELT processes, data warehousing, and data mesh architectures.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and their application in data analytics.
  • Experience with metadata management, data lineage tracking, and data cataloguing.
  • Knowledge of serverless data processing, event-driven architectures, and modern data stacks.

    In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position.

    DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business

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