Lead Data Engineer (Azure/Snowflake/Databricks)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Slough seeks a Lead Data Engineer with strong experience in Snowflake, Databricks, and Azure for a critical modernization project. This contract role offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment, providing mentorship and overseeing database migration efforts for high-profile clients.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Lead Data Engineer.
• Proven track record with data migration methodologies.
• Skilled in SQL and PL/SQL programming.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of database modernization.
• Oversee database performance optimization efforts.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to team members.

Skills

SQL

PL/SQL

Data Migration

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Collaboration

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Lead Data Engineer (Azure/Snowflake/Databricks), Slough

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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.

This position is ideal for an experienced data engineering professional passionate about transformational delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of database modernization, conversion, and migration activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
• Oversee database architecture assessments and performance optimization efforts.
• Collaborate with development and architecture teams to improve data flow and streamline database operations.
• Conduct testing and validation of migrated data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and maintain documentation of migration strategies, standards, and processes.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to team members.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Lead Data Engineer.
• Proven track record with data migration methodologies and execution.
• Skilled in SQL and PL/SQL programming.
• Experience with database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

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 values Care, Quality, and Leadership, committed to delivering business value through technological excellence.

They work closely with clients and users, utilizing modern technologies and agile methodologies to bring about meaningful change. Their teams are built on mutual respect, continuous learning, and a shared passion for impactful solutions.

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