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Principal Data Engineer

IO Associates
Hemel Hempstead
2 days ago
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Principal Data Engineer
Salary: up to £85,000 (DOE)

Fixed term contract
Location: Remote, UK

iO Associates have partnered with a leading Prop-Tech business to find a Principal Data Engineer.

In this role, you'll lead by example - driving hands-on technical delivery, mentoring a high-performing data team, and shaping scalable data solutions in a cloud-first environment. You'll play a key role in delivering one of the UK Government's largest digital data transformation programmes.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide hands-on technical leadership in designing and optimising data infrastructure and pipelines
  • Mentor and lead a team of data engineers and analysts, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
  • Develop and deliver scalable, cloud-based data solutions using AWS and on-premises services
  • Own and drive the technical roadmap, aligning data strategy with business goals
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-impact, cost-effective data solutions

Requirements:

  • Hands-on experience in data engineering, automation, and analytics
  • Proficient in 2+ languages (e.g. Python, Java, Scala, Spark)
  • Strong AWS and SQL/database skills
  • Experience with geospatial data and FME
  • Solid track record in technical delivery and team leadership
  • AWS/FME certifications preferred
  • Bonus: Experience with ETL tools (Glue, ADF, Databricks)

If you are interested in spearheading data transformation in leading company, please apply now.

Alternatively, feel free to reach me directly on h.barmi @ ioassociates . co . uk.


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