Lead Data Engineer Manchester City Centre, UK (Hybrid) We're working with a growing fintech company that's changing the way businesses use data to drive decisions.
They're looking for a Lead Data Engineer to take charge of building and managing scalable data solutions that support their vision for the future.
In this role, you'll be responsible for the entire data pipeline, working closely with other technical teams to ensure the right infrastructure is in place for business growth.
What You'll Do: Design and Build Scalable Data Solutions: Lead the creation of data systems that can grow with the business, focusing on reliability and performance.
Manage Data Infrastructure: Oversee data storage, including lakes and warehouses, and ensure smooth data flow through pipelines.
Lead Data Projects: Take ownership of key data initiatives, working with product teams and senior leaders to ensure the right solutions are in place.
Ensure Data Quality: Maintain high-quality, reliable data by putting in place strong processes for data transformation and integration.
Improve Data Performance: Optimise existing data systems to make them faster and more efficient for teams to use.
What You'll Need: Experience in Data Engineering: A proven background in data engineering, with experience in designing and deploying data solutions at scale.
Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of SQL, Python, and ETL tools.
Familiarity with Power BI and data visualisation tools is a plus but not essential.
Data Architect Skills: Experience with data architecture principles, including the design of data models, data warehousing, and ensuring data flows across the organisation.
Leadership Skills: You should be comfortable leading technical teams and collaborating with other departments to align data solutions with business needs.
Problem-Solving Ability: A knack for tackling complex data challenges and delivering practical solutions.
Data Governance: Experience in ensuring data is handled properly, including privacy and compliance.
If you're a hands-on leader with a passion for building high-quality data systems, we'd love to hear from you