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Lead Data Engineer – Newcastle - £80,000 - £85,000

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1 year ago
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Are you a Lead Data Engineer looking to work for a forward thinking organisation? Or maybe you want to play a key role in building out a Data function? If so I have a role for you.

Opus have partnered with an award winning leading fashion retailer who are private equity backed. As part of this backing they are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to come on board and grow their Data capability to help utilise their Data.

As a Lead Data Engineer you will be playing a key role in developing and delivering the technical roadmap for data, interacting with both internal and external stakeholders, Managing a small team as well as being hands on.

What they are after –

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Previous line management experience
Solid knowledge Across the Azure Data stack specifically with Azure Fabric
Previous experience within a Retail/Ecommerce background.But what do you get in return?

Remote working with 1 visit to the office a month
34 days holiday (inc bank)
Solid pension
Healthcare options
And so much moreThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to progress with their career. This company look after their people and there are lots of progression routes.

If you’re interested please send your CV over to (url removed) to apply
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