Lead Data Engineer (Azure/Snowflake/Databricks)

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is in search of a Lead Data Engineer with expertise in Snowflake, Databricks, and Azure. You will lead critical data modernization and migration projects in a collaborative environment. This role, hybrid in nature, emphasizes problem solving and technical leadership to provide modern solutions for high-profile clients.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Lead Data Engineer is required.
• Proven track record with data migration methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of database modernization activities.
• Oversee database architecture assessments and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with teams to improve data flow.

Skills

Data migration methodologies

SQL

PL/SQL

Data architecture optimization

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Snowflake

Databricks

Azure

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26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Type: Contract (Outside IR35)

Location: Hybrid - 2 days a week in London

Start Date: ASAP

Rate: Up to £550 per day

A leading technology consultancy is seeking a highly skilled Lead Data Engineer with strong Snowflake, Databricks, and Azure experience.

This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, delivering critical modernization solutions for a high-profile client.

Key Responsibilities include:

1. Leading planning and execution of database modernization, conversion, and migration activities.
2. Overseeing database architecture assessments and performance optimization.
3. Collaborating with development and architecture teams to improve data flow.
4. Conducting testing and validation of migrated data.
5. Developing and maintaining documentation of strategies and processes.
6. Providing mentorship and technical leadership.
7. Bringing extensive experience as a Lead Data Engineer.
8. Proven track record with data migration methodologies.
9. Skilled in SQL and PL/SQL programming.
10. Experience with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
11. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
12. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

About the Company:

This consultancy is renowned for delivering high-risk, high-profile software and data engineering projects. Their clients span commodities, energy trading, finance, digital, and public sectors.

The company emphasizes a culture of Care, Quality, and Leadership, committed to delivering value through technological excellence.

They work closely with clients and users, utilizing modern technologies and agile methodologies to foster meaningful change.

Their teams are built on mutual respect, continuous learning, and passion for impactful solutions.

The organization has earned numerous industry awards and is actively expanding its team of forward-thinking professionals.