Lead Data Engineer

Scott Logic

North East

Hybrid

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave

Generous family leave policies

Employer pension scheme

Private medical services

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

A leading software development company in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Lead Data Engineer. This full-time role requires experience with data engineering technologies and problem-solving skills to deliver bespoke software solutions. You'll lead teams and engage with clients, with the possibility of some on-site work in the London area. The position offers a flexible working environment and various benefits including generous leave and medical services.

Qualifications

Experience with modern data engineering technologies and data pipelines.
Background in software engineering, including Front End technologies like JavaScript.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

Lead teams, set technical direction, and solve engineering challenges.
Work hands-on with clients, delivering bespoke software solutions.
Design and build well-structured, maintainable systems.

Skills

Data engineering

Python

Spark

SQL

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Tools

Power BI

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Overview

Lead Data Engineer role at Scott Logic in Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. Our data engineers work with a pragmatic approach to technology, delivering bespoke software solutions and expert advice for clients, including data platforms, pipelines, and analytics solutions.

These are hands-on, client-facing roles, with openings at senior or lead level to suit your experience. You may be leading teams, setting technical direction, advising clients or solving engineering challenges. Some time on-site with clients in the London area may be required on an ad-hoc basis.

What we’re looking for

Good experience with technologies and approaches typical in modern data engineering and reporting, including storage, data pipelines to ingest and transform data, and querying & reporting of analytical data.
Experience with technologies such as Python, Spark, SQL, PySpark, Power BI, etc.
Background in software engineering, including Front End technologies like JavaScript.
Problem-solver who pragmatically explores options and finds effective solutions.
Ability to design and build well-structured, maintainable systems.
Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to work.
Willingness to learn new skills and grow with experience.

Nice to have

Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure or GCP).
Experience working in an Agile environment.
Experience with vendor products such as Snowflake or Databricks.
Experience with CI/CD tooling.

What you’ll get in return

25 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days with service.
Generous family leave policies.
Access to an employer pension scheme, private medical services and Group Life Assurance.
Optional benefits such as discounted gym membership and a cycle-to-work scheme.
A meaningful approach to evaluating performance and providing feedback.

At Scott Logic, we value flexible remote working alongside time spent with colleagues and clients. Offices include employee-led clubs and events, games, books, and refreshments. We are proud to be a B Corp and to embrace diversity to drive innovation.

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