At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a data engineering team and shape public sector data handling.
- Company: Remote-first organisation focused on impactful public sector projects.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, remote work flexibility, and immediate start.
- Other info: Work with cutting-edge tech like AWS Glue and Python in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Be the technical leader in a complex data programme and mentor aspiring engineers.
- Qualifications: Active SC Clearance and proven leadership in data pipeline design.
Want to be the technical anchor on a data engineering team that's shaping how a major public sector programme handles data at scale? This is that role.
We're looking for an experienced Lead Data Engineer to drive delivery on a high-profile, remote-first Lakehouse programme — owning quality, mentoring the team, and setting the standard for how pipelines get built.
- Up to £440/day (inside IR35)
- Remote — work from anywhere in the UK
- Active SC Clearance required
- Immediate start
What you'll be doing:
- Leading data engineering delivery across source connectivity & transformation — accountable for sprint output and quality
- Designing complex pipeline patterns for large and XL-complexity feeds, including CDC and parallel load
- Governing pattern reusability and correctness before feed supplier handover — your standards, applied across the team
- Mentoring Data Engineers, running design reviews, and enforcing data engineering standards across the board
Tech stack: AWS Glue, S3, MWAA, Apache Iceberg, Python, PySpark, Terraform
Must-have: Active SC Clearance + proven leadership in data pipeline design
This isn't a "build what you're told" role — you'll be setting the technical direction and mentoring engineers on one of the most complex data feeds programmes in the public sector right now.
Ready to lead? Drop me a message or send your CV over — let's talk.
Lead Data Engineer 🌳 REMOTE - Public Sector (SC Cleared) employer: Areti Group | B Corp
ARETI is an exceptional employer that fosters a high-performance culture where innovation thrives. With a focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor teams and influence key architectural decisions while working in the vibrant heart of Central London. The competitive salary and equity package, combined with a collaborative environment, make ARETI a rewarding place for Senior Software Engineers looking to make a significant impact.
