Data Technical Lead

Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leading bank is seeking a Data Engineering Technical Lead to join their London team. You'll focus on architecting enterprise data solutions while mentoring a team of developers. Essential skills include strong SQL Server or Snowflake experience, and familiarity with ETL tools like Markit EDM. This position offers a hybrid model and a competitive salary along with excellent benefits, ensuring a stable and progressive career path within a top financial institution.

Benefits

Excellent package

Career progression

Qualifications

• Experience with SQL Server or Snowflake.
• Familiarity with ETL tools, ideally Markit EDM or similar.
• Proven track record in the Financial Services / Banking sector.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deliver data solutions across the organization.
• Lead EDM developers and ensure quality delivery.
• Translate business needs into technical designs.

Skills

Strong SQL Server or Snowflake skills

Low-code/no-code data engineering / ETL tools

Delivery experience in Financial Services / Banking sector

Requirements gathering and stakeholder liaison

Tools

Markit EDM

Informatica

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Data Engineering Technical Lead
Global Investment Bank
London - Hybrid
Permanent - Excellent Package + Benefits

We are working with one of the world's leading banking groups, who we have partnered with for 15 years. We are seeking an experienced Data Architect / EDM Developer / Data Engineering Lead to join their International Technology team in London.

You will be a key part of the Architecture, Middleware, Data & Enterprise Services (AMD) division, driving data engineering, integration and automation initiatives across our clients EMEA banking and securities entities. This is a hands‑on leadership role, combining technical expertise with mentoring and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design and deliver enterprise-wide EDM and data solutions.
• Lead and mentor EDM developers, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective delivery.
• Drive data innovation, automation and best practices across EMEA.
• Translate business requirements into functional and technical designs.
• Ensure compliance with SDLC, governance, and risk policies.

Skills & Experience – Essential

• Strong SQL Server or Snowflake skills.
• Advanced knowledge of low-code/no-code data engineering / ETL tools – ideally Markit EDM (v19.2+) or similar (e.g. Informatica).
• Proven delivery experience in Financial Services / Banking sector.
• Deep understanding of SDLC, systems integration, and data warehousing.
• Ability to gather requirements and liaise effectively with business stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

• Cloud (AWS / Azure), Python, PowerShell, APIs.
• Data pipelines, lineage, automation.
• BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, SSRS).
• Modern data architectures (lakehouse, data mesh).
• CI/CD, GitHub, Control‑M, dbt/Databricks.

This is an opportunity to join a global top‑5 bank with long‑term stability, world‑class resources, and clear career progression routes.

Enterprise Data Architect, EDM Developer, Data Engineering Lead, Data Architect, ETL Developer, Data Solutions Architect, Senior Data Engineer (Financial Services).

Apply today for full details.

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