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Lead Data Engineer

HOK Consulting - Technical Recruitment Consultancy
Birmingham
1 week ago
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Job Title: Lead Data Engineer

Duration: long-term contract

Location: UK Based Hybrid (x2-3 days from Birmingham)

Visa: No sponsorship available/ No PSW


Overview:

We’re looking for a hands-on Lead Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines and infrastructure for global banking projects. You’ll lead a team, drive engineering best practices, and ensure data reliability, security, and compliance.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor a team of data engineers, establishing best practices in data engineering.
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and reliable data pipelines and architectures.
  • Develop and optimize ETL processes, integrating diverse data sources into unified platforms.
  • Ensure data quality, governance, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and IT teams to support analytical and business goals.
  • Monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance data performance and infrastructure.


Key Skills & Experience:

  • Strong experience with SQL/NoSQL databases, data warehousing, and big data (Hadoop, Spark).
  • Proficient in Python, Java, or Scala with solid OOP and design pattern understanding.
  • Expertise in ETL tools, DevOps and orchestration frameworks (Airflow, Apache NiFi).
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their data services.

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