Lead Data Engineer

Lead Data Engineer

Full-Time 70000 - 90000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Eutopia Solutions Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a team of Data Engineers while actively delivering hands-on data engineering solutions.
  • Company: Join a market-leading organisation with a strong focus on data innovation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies.
  • Other info: Enjoy a player-coach role with a mix of technical and leadership responsibilities.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact by shaping the future of data engineering in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: Experience in SQL, Python, and team leadership is essential.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 Β£ per year.

We're partnering with a market-leading, highly regulated organisation to recruit a newly created Lead Data Engineer position. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on data engineering leader to take ownership of a growing data function, leading a team while remaining actively involved in technical delivery.

Acting as the bridge between senior leadership and the data team, you'll be responsible for the data engineering roadmap, platform development, engineering standards, and delivery capability. This is a genuine player-coach role, with a roughly 60/40 split between hands-on engineering and leadership responsibilities.

The Role

  • Lead and develop a team of Data Engineers and Data Analysts
  • Own the data engineering function, platform roadmap, and delivery priorities
  • Design, build, and optimise data pipelines, integrations, and warehouse solutions
  • Drive best practice across SQL, Python, data modelling, and engineering standards
  • Improve platform reliability, performance, and scalability
  • Lead data quality, monitoring, and observability initiatives
  • Work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver data-driven outcomes
  • Evaluate new tools, technologies, and future platform requirements

Technology

  • Microsoft Azure
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Data Warehousing
  • Data Integrations

Lead Data Engineer employer: Eutopia Solutions Limited

As a leading player in the AI learning and workforce transformation sector, this company offers an exceptional work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of enterprise sales while working closely with the CEO in a mission-driven culture that prioritises skills development and social impact. The hybrid working model in London allows for flexibility, ensuring a balanced work-life experience while being part of a high-performing team dedicated to making a difference.

Eutopia Solutions Limited

Contact Details:

Eutopia Solutions Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead Data Engineer

Problem-Solving Skills
SQL
Communication Skills
Python
Data Pipeline Development
Data Engineering
API Integration