Senior Data Engineer

iO Associates; Reading; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

I am on the look out for a Technical Lead to join my client on a contract basis. This will be a 6 month contract with a high likelihood of extension.

As the Technical Lead, you will be responsible for leading a talented team of data engineers and architects in designing, building, and optimising their datalakehouse infrastructure. This role requires a deep understanding of Databricks and a passion for data-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of a scalable datalakehouse architecture using Databricks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define technical specifications.
• Mentor and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Ensure best practices in data management, security, and governance are followed.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive innovation.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Technical Lead or similar role, with a focus on Databricks.
• Strong expertise in data engineering, ETL processes, and data warehousing.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Scala, or SQL.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.

If this sounds like the right fit for you. Please send across your most recent CV and I will be in contact if I feel you are a good fit for the role.