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Lead Data Engineer

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London
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I am actively seeking a Lead Data Engineer to work for a key client of mine, who are undergoing a huge transformation project.


Location:Central London (remote first working).

Salary:£95,000 - 100,0000.


Tech / Tools:Python, SQL, ELT/ETL, Jenkins, AWS.


Experience in Public Cloud services, such as AWS is essential. Practical experience with core services such as EC2, RDS, Lambda, Athena & Glue would be even better!


Key responsibilities:


// Lead technical delivery of strategic programmes, taking ownership for designing and building innovative data solutions.

// Work with the data engineering team to help deliver key projects on time.

// Create robust, performant data pipelines.

// Code, test, and document new or modified data pipelines that meet functional / non- functional business requirements.

// Work on messy, complex real-world data challenges.

// Implement CI/CD practices for data pipelines to improve efficiency and quality of data processing.

// Conduct data analysis, identifying feasible solutions and enhancements to data processing challenges.

// Ensure that data models are consistent with the data architecture (e.g. entity names, relationships and definitions).

// Ensure data integrity, security, privacy, and compliance across all data workflows.

// Continuously monitor system performance and implement strategies to enhance efficiency.

// Support in setting the direction and vision of the Data Engineering team.


You must have active SC clearance or be eligible for SC Clearance to apply for this role.


If interested, please apply with your updated CV and we’ll line up a call to discuss the details.


Look forward to hearing from you all!

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