Lead Data Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their dynamic team in Stockport. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the company's data engineering architecture and strategy. You will lead the development of data pipelines, ensure data integrity, and provide mentorship to junior engineers. With a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this position is perfect for passionate data professionals eager to make an impact in the Life Science sector. Join a vibrant culture that promotes continuous learning and growth!

Benefits

USS pension scheme

Generous holiday leave

Continuous learning opportunities

Vibrant company culture

Qualifications

• Experience in building data pipelines and ensuring data integrity.
• Strong skills in Azure, AWS, Python, and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of data pipelines and databases.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

Skills

Building data pipelines

Data analysis

Azure

AWS

Python

PySpark

SQL

Data architecture

Database design

Leadership

Job description

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• Great time to join as we bring our Data Engineering in house.
• Lead role helping us shape our Data Platform moving forward.

About Our Client

Based in Stockport, We are a large-scale biomedical database and research resource, containing in-depth, de-identified genetic and health information from half a million UK participants. The database, which is regularly augmented with additional data, is globally accessible to approved researchers and scientists undertaking vital research into the most common and life-threatening diseases.

Job Description

The successful Lead Data Engineer will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Build data pipelines
• Lead data quality initiatives and ensure data integrity.
• Develop and manage data pipelines, databases, and data delivery systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior data engineers.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of the Analytics department.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Lead Data Engineer will be able to demonstrate:

• A background in building data pipelines and data analysis
• Skilled with Azure, AWS, Python, PySpark, SQL
• Knowledge of data architecture and database design..
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

What's on Offer

We are based in Stockport and our office is easily commutable by car or public transport from the surrounding area. We operate a hybrid working pattern

• A competitive salary range of £70,000 to £80,000 per annum.
• Excellent benefits including a USS pension scheme.
• A vibrant company culture that encourages continuous learning and growth.
• An opportunity to help shape our data engineering architecture & strategy.
• Generous holiday leave.

If you are a passionate data professional looking to make a mark in the Life Science industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now to become a part of our client's dynamic team in Stockport.