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Lead Data Engineer - £95,000

City of London
8 months ago
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An industry-leading research, data & insights organisation are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join their team in London - this is a hybrid role, with 2 days per week in their Central London office to collaborate with the team, and 3 days working from home.

This organisation have invested a lot into their data function in recent years, and are utilising the latest cutting-edge Azure technologies. As a Lead Data Engineer, you will manage a team of highly-skilled Data Engineers, to deliver innovative data-driven solutions to improve business outcomes.

You'll spend around half your time being technically hands-on, and around half your time on your management responsibilities. This will include fostering best-practice, and contributing to the organisation's wider data strategy and roadmap.

This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced Data Engineer with Management experience, who is keen to progress their career with a company who will encourage you to provide thought leadership, and to innovate and experiment with new technologies.

Requirements

Excellent SQL and Python scripting skills
Experience designing and developing data warehouses and data lakes / lakehouses
Experience designing solutions involving databricks and PySpark
Experience with Azure technologies including Data Lake, Data Factory, and Synapse
Experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI
Knowledge of Agile methodology
Excellent communication and problem-solving skillsBenefits

Salary up to £95,000 depending on experience
25 days annual leave plus additional 3 to be taken over Christmas - New Year
Private healthcare
Pension scheme
Annual discretionary bonus

Please Note: This is a permanent role for UK residents only. This role does not offer Sponsorship. You must have the right to work in the UK with no restrictions. Some of our roles may be subject to successful background checks including a DBS and Credit Check.

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