Lead Data Engineer

James Adams; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization in the financial information services sector is seeking a Lead Data Engineer in Manchester. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £90,000 - £120,000, a 15% bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package. You'll drive the strategic development of data engineering solutions, focusing on ETL processes and data migration while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Supportive, diverse, and inclusive company culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in data engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in ETL tools and programming with Python.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of ETL pipelines.
• Manage and deliver large-scale data-driven projects.
• Mentor and lead a team of engineers.

Skills

ETL

Python

No-SQL

Data Migration

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Talend

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

AWS

Azure

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Are you an experienced data engineer passionate about leading innovative projects and building impactful data solutions? A prominent organisation in the financial information services sector is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their team in Manchester. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £90,000 - £120,000, a 15% bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.

About the Role

As a Lead Data Engineer, you will drive the strategic development of data engineering solutions, focusing on ETL processes, data migration, and the development of diverse data products. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering robust, scalable, and efficient systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals. This hybrid position requires on-site presence three days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of ETL pipelines and data integration solutions.
• This role is a 60% hands on (Technical Leadership/Code Reviews/Actual Coding) and 40% management (Stand Up's/One to One's/Management Meetings) focused role.
• Manage and deliver large-scale, data-driven projects, ensuring efficiency, quality, and scalability.
• Develop and oversee data architectures, ensuring the seamless integration of structured and unstructured data sources.
• Utilize Talend, Python, and No-SQL technologies to design and optimize data solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into actionable deliverables.
• Mentor and lead a team of engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Drive best practices for data engineering, ensuring quality and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with Agile teams to deliver high-impact projects aligned with business priorities.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in data engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong expertise in ETL tools such as Talend and programming with Python.
• Proven experience working with No-SQL databases and diverse data products.
• Knowledge of data migrations, real-time data processing, and relational database design.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and microservices architecture.

What Will Set You Apart

• Knowledge of DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with Kafka for real-time data streaming.
• Financial Services industry experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• A commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

What’s on Offer

• A high-impact, high-visibility role in a global leader of financial information services.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A supportive, diverse, and inclusive company culture that values your voice.
• Competitive salary, bonus, and a strong benefits package.

Location & Working Arrangement

This role is based in Manchester, with a hybrid working model requiring on-site presence three days a week.

Take the lead in driving impactful data engineering projects with an organization committed to innovation and diversity. Apply now to become part of a dynamic team delivering data-driven solutions at scale.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

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