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Lead Data Engineer

Warwick
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Job Title: Lead Data Engineer

Location: Warwick (Hybrid - once per week onsite)
Remuneration: From £700 per day (via umbrella company)
Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract, 6 months, Full Time

Are you ready to take the lead in transforming data engineering? Our client, a forward-thinking organisation, is seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Lead Data Engineer to drive their Data & Insights platform built on the Azure stack. This is a Databricks-heavy role, ideal for someone who thrives in technical environments and enjoys working directly with cutting-edge tools.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is not just a leadership role - it's a hands-on engineering opportunity where your Databricks expertise will be front and centre. You'll be the go-to person for all things Databricks, from architecture and configuration to pipeline promotion and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and deliver hands-on data engineering across all layers of the Azure-based data platform.
Act as the Databricks SME (Subject Matter Expert), overseeing architecture, configuration, and documentation.
Guide and support the engineering team while contributing directly to development efforts.
Manage DevOps practices including branch supervision and merging.
Promote data pipelines and notebooks through development, testing, and production environments.
Enhance monitoring and control frameworks to ensure platform reliability.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a small team of Data Engineers.

Essential Skills

Extensive hands-on experience with Databricks - this is the core of the role.
Strong background in Synapse and Azure DevOps.
Proficiency in SQL and PySpark within a Databricks environment.
Proven experience leading small engineering teams.
Skilled in configuration management and technical documentation.If you're a Databricks expert looking for a role that blends leadership with deep technical involvement, this is your chance to make a real impact. Join a dynamic team and help shape the future of data engineering.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply now and be a vital part of this exciting transformation!

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