Lead Data Engineer

A new Impactive client in West Yorkshire is looking to hire a Lead Data Engineer to strengthen their data engineering capabilities. This is a great opportunity for someone operating at a senior or lead level, especially if you’ve mentored or coached other data engineers and are ready to step into a role with more ownership, influence, and strategic impact.

We’re looking for someone who brings a blend of technical depth and leadership capability, ideally with:

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• ✅ 5+ years’ experience in data management, data engineering, or data governance.
  
• ✅ Solid experience working with modern data platforms, databases, and any major cloud technology (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  
• ✅ A strong grasp of data privacy, compliance, and best practices.
  
• ✅ Experience in data modelling, ETL/ELT processes, and contemporary data architecture.
  
• ✅ Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to quality control, data accuracy, and security.
  
• ✅ Ability to translate business requirements into robust, scalable data solutions.
  
• ✅ A history of delivering or leading data engineering projects, with a desire to take on more responsibility.
  

This role would suit someone who has supported, coached, or overseen a small team and wants to take that next step toward formal leadership.

As a Lead Data Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal part in shaping the organisation’s data landscape.

Responsibilities include:

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• 🚀 Leading, coaching, and developing a small team of data engineers to drive high standards and continuous improvement.
  
• 🚀 Defining and executing the data engineering strategy, ensuring it aligns with broader business goals.
  
• 🚀 Championing best practices across data engineering, governance, security, and compliance (including GDPR).
  
• 🚀 Designing, building, and maintaining scalable, high-quality data pipelines.
  
• 🚀 Owning data observability and ensuring data quality, consistency, and availability across all systems.
  
• 🚀 Maintaining strong quality control and attention to detail throughout all data processes, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
  
• 🚀 Optimising ETL/ELT workflows to improve performance and efficiency.
  
• 🚀 Working closely with cross-functional teams to improve data collection, storage, and access.
  
• 🚀 Communicating complex technical concepts in a clear and accessible way.
  
• 🚀 Evaluating emerging technologies and identifying opportunities to evolve the data stack.
  
• 🚀 Conducting regular audits to identify issues early and maintain a high level of data integrity.
  

If interested, please apply via the job advert and Jag will be in touch to discuss the role and next steps in more detail.

*PLEASE NOTE SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY*

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Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

Senior level: Mid-Senior level | Employment type: Full-time | Job function: Information Technology | Industries: Staffing and Recruiting