Principal Data Engineer

iO Associates; England; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Prop-Tech company seeks a Principal Data Engineer to spearhead hands-on technical delivery and mentor a high-performing data team. This role will contribute to one of the UK Government's largest digital data transformation programmes, focusing on developing scalable data solutions and driving technical strategy.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in data engineering, automation, and analytics.
• Proficient in 2+ languages (Python, Java, Scala, Spark).
• Solid track record in technical delivery and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on technical delivery and mentor a data team.
• Develop scalable, cloud-based data solutions using AWS.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for high-impact data solutions.

Skills

Data engineering

Automation

Analytics

AWS

SQL

Education

AWS/FME certifications

Tools

ETL tools (Glue, ADF, Databricks)

Job description

Principal Data Engineer
Salary: up to £85,000 (DOE)

Fixed term contract
Location: Remote, UK

iO Associates have partnered with a leading Prop-Tech business to find a Principal Data Engineer.

In this role, you'll lead by example - driving hands-on technical delivery, mentoring a high-performing data team, and shaping scalable data solutions in a cloud-first environment. You'll play a key role in delivering one of the UK Government's largest digital data transformation programmes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on technical leadership in designing and optimising data infrastructure and pipelines
• Mentor and lead a team of data engineers and analysts, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
• Develop and deliver scalable, cloud-based data solutions using AWS and on-premises services
• Own and drive the technical roadmap, aligning data strategy with business goals
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-impact, cost-effective data solutions

Requirements:

• Hands-on experience in data engineering, automation, and analytics
• Proficient in 2+ languages (e.g. Python, Java, Scala, Spark)
• Strong AWS and SQL/database skills
• Experience with geospatial data and FME
• Solid track record in technical delivery and team leadership
• AWS/FME certifications preferred
• Bonus: Experience with ETL tools (Glue, ADF, Databricks)

If you are interested in spearheading data transformation in leading company, please apply now.

Alternatively, feel free to reach me directly on h.barmi @ ioassociates . co . uk.