Wanted: Lead Data Engineer (Azure/Databricks)

Wanted: Lead Data Engineer (Azure/Databricks)

Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead database modernisation and migration projects while optimising performance.
  • Company: Renowned tech consultancy delivering impactful software and data engineering solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Collaborative culture focused on continuous learning and innovation.
  • Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real difference in high-profile projects.
  • Qualifications: Strong experience in Databricks, Azure, and Python; regulated environment experience preferred.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

A leading technology consultancy is looking for a highly skilled Lead Data Engineer with strong Databricks and Azure experience. This position offers the opportunity to work within a fast-paced, collaborative environment, delivering critical modernisation solutions for a high-profile client. This is a pivotal role for an experienced professional passionate about data engineering and transformational delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the planning and execution of database modernisation, conversion, and migration activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
  • Oversee database architecture assessments and performance optimisation efforts.
  • Collaborate with development and architecture teams to improve data flow and streamline database operations.
  • Conduct thorough testing and validation of migrated data to ensure completeness and accuracy.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of migration strategies, standards, and processes.
  • Provide mentorship and technical leadership to team members.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience as a Lead Data Engineer.
  • Strong Databricks, Azure, and Python experience.
  • Experience in a highly regulated environment.
  • Must have production experience.
  • Worked with modern data pipelines.
  • Regulated environment experience is a must (ideally financial services).

About the Company

This consultancy is renowned for delivering high-risk, high-profile software and data engineering projects at pace. Their clients include leading organisations across commodities, energy trading, finance, digital, and public sectors. The company is driven by a culture of Care, Quality, and Leadership, and is committed to delivering business value through technological excellence. They pride themselves on working in close partnership with clients and users, utilising modern technologies and agile methodologies to bring about meaningful change. Their teams are built on mutual respect, continuous learning, and a shared passion for delivering impactful solutions. The organisation has earned numerous industry awards for its innovative solutions and is actively expanding its team of forward-thinking professionals.

Wanted: Lead Data Engineer (Azure/Databricks) employer: developrec

As a leading technology consultancy, this company offers an exceptional work environment characterised by collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to quality. Employees benefit from a culture that prioritises care and leadership, alongside opportunities for professional growth through mentorship and involvement in high-profile projects. With a hybrid working model in London, team members can enjoy the flexibility of remote work while contributing to impactful solutions in a dynamic industry.

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Contact Details:

developrec Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Wanted: Lead Data Engineer (Azure/Databricks)

Problem-Solving Skills
SQL
Python
Communication Skills
Data Engineering
Data Governance
Data Pipeline Development