Aws Lead Data Engineer

EXL Service; Uttar Pradesh; On-site; INR 2,400,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

EXL Service is seeking a Lead Data Engineer in Gurugram with 9+ years of experience to drive data engineering initiatives. The role requires strong Snowflake, SQL, and AWS skills, plus hands-on Python and PySpark leadership.

You will guide offshore teams, own design and delivery, and ensure reliable production deployments. Ideal candidates have a BE/B.Tech, excellent communication, and proven Agile delivery, with the ability to mentor others and manage stakeholder expectations in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 9+ years of data engineering and project delivery experience.
• Strong Snowflake, SQL and AWS experience (Glue/EMR/S3/Aurora/RDS).
• Hands-on Python, PySpark, and AWS cloud microservices.
• Ability to lead teams, code, debug and deploy production apps.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee project delivery with timely, high-quality output.
• Collaborate with clients and offshore leads to gather requirements.
• Direct development and unit testing with strong design alignment.
• Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and manage risks.
• Offer technical guidance on design, implementation, and delivery.

Skills

Data Engineeering

Big Data Concepts

Python

PySpark

SQL

AWS Cloud

Leadership

Agile

Communication

Education

BE/B.Tech in Engineering

Tools

Snowflake

AWS Cloud Services

Job description

Job Description: Role: Lead Data Engineer Experience: 9–12 years

Location : Gurugram

Must-Have Skills:

• 9+ years of relevant experience in Data Engineering and project delivery.
• Strong expertise in Big Data concepts and cloud implementation projects.
• Proficient in Snowflake , SQL , and AWS services (Glue, EMR, S3, Aurora, RDS, AWS architecture).
• Excellent hands-on experience with Python , PySpark , and AWS cloud microservices .
• Capability to perform coding, debugging, performance tuning, and deploying applications to production environments.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and aptitude for ownership.
• Skilled in Agile Methodology with experience in iterative project deliveries.
• Quick learner with the ability to lead team members in adopting new technologies.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Git) and experience in CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of Spark, SQL (with Snowflake exposure), and advanced Big Data Concepts.
• Experience with cloud migrations and development projects
• Knowledge of US insurance and reinsurance domain
• Knowledge of Data Vault 2.0

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee project delivery, ensuring timely completion with high quality.
• Collaborate with clients and offshore leads to gather requirements and define high-level designs.
• Direct development and unit testing activities while maintaining strong alignment with project goals.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on task and project statuses.
• Identify, track, and address project risks or issues promptly.
• Work closely with management to ensure seamless execution of tasks.
• Provide technical guidance to the team, outlining design, implementation, and delivery strategies.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (BE/B.Tech) from a reputed institution.

Responsibilities: Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee project delivery, ensuring timely completion with high quality.
• Collaborate with clients and offshore leads to gather requirements and define high-level designs.
• Direct development and unit testing activities while maintaining strong alignment with project goals.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on task and project statuses.
• Identify, track, and address project risks or issues promptly.
• Work closely with management to ensure seamless execution of tasks.
• Provide technical guidance to the team, outlining design, implementation, and delivery strategies.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree