Data Engineering Lead

Kanerika Software Pvt Ltd.; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Flexible Working Hours

Generous Parental Leave

Professional Certification Reimbursements

Company-sponsored Outings

Mentorship Program

Open Door Policy

Job summary

A leading global software firm is seeking a Data Engineering Lead in Hyderabad, India. The candidate will manage multiple teams, driving the design and implementation of data solutions while collaborating closely with analytics teams. Ideal applicants should have 8+ years of experience in data engineering, hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, and Power BI, and a strong leadership background. This role not only focuses on technical skills but also emphasizes communication and team leadership to deliver impactful data solutions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data engineering or data platform development.
• 2–3 years in a lead or architect role.
• Experience with SQL and programming languages like Python or Scala.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of data pipelines.
• Architect and optimize data lake and warehouse solutions.
• Collaborate with data scientists and analysts.

Skills

Data pipeline design

Team leadership

Data modeling

SQL proficiency

Power BI expertise

Python programming

Microsoft Fabric

Snowflake knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Power BI

Databricks

Snowflake

Azure

AWS

GCP

Job description

Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Indore, India, India | Posted on 01/20/2026

KanerikaInc. is a premier global software products and services firm that specializesin providing innovative solutions and services for data-driven enterprises. Ourfocus is to empower businesses to achieve their digital transformation goalsand maximize their business impact through the effective use of data. Weleverage cutting-edge technologies and industry best practices to delivercustom solutions that help organizations optimize their operations, enhancecustomer experiences, and drive growth.

Awardsand Recognitions

Kanerika has won several awards over the years, including:

• Best Placeto Work 2022 by Great Place to Work®
• Top 10Most Recommended RPA Start-Ups in 2022 by RPA Today
• Frost& Sullivan India 2021 Technology Innovation Award for its Kompass composablesolution architecture
• Kanerika has also been recognized for its commitmentto customer privacy and data security, having achieved ISO 27701, SOC2,and GDPR compliances.

Working for us

Kanerika is rated 4.5/5 on Glass door, formany good reasons. We truly value our employees' growth, well-being, and diversity, and people’s experiences bear this out. At Kanerika, we offer a hostof enticing benefits that create an environment where you can thrive bothpersonally and professionally. From our inclusive hiring practices andmandatory training on creating a safe work environment to our flexible workinghours and generous parental leave, we prioritize the well-being and success ofour employees. Our commitment to professional development is evident throughour mentorship programs, job training initiatives, and support for professionalcertifications. Additionally, our company-sponsored outings and varioustime-off benefits ensure a healthy work-life balance. Join us at Kanerika andbecome part of a vibrant and diverse community where your talents arerecognized, your growth is nurtured, and your contributions make a real impact.See the benefits section below for the perks you’ll get while working forKanerika.

As anideal candidate for the Data Engineering Lead position, you embody thequalities of a team player with a relentless get-it-done attitude. Yourintellectual curiosity and customer focus drive you to continuously seek newways to add value to your job accomplishments. You thrive under pressure,maintaining a positive attitude and understanding that your career is ajourney. You are willing to make the right choices to support your growth. Inaddition to your excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, youhave a proven ability to create visually compelling designs using tools likePower BI and Tableau that effectively communicate our core values.

Youbuild high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications and teams. Yourcreativity and proactive nature enable you to think differently, findinnovative solutions, deliver high-quality outputs, and ensure customers remainreferenceable. With over eight years of experience in data engineering, youpossess a strong sense of self-motivation and take ownership of yourresponsibilities. You prefer to work independently with little to nosupervision.

Youare process-oriented, adopt a methodical approach, and demonstrate aquality-first mindset. You have led mid to large-size teams and accounts,consistently using constructive feedback mechanisms to improve productivity,accountability, and performance within the team. Your track record showcasesyour results-driven approach, as you have consistently delivered successfulprojects with customer case studies published on public platforms. Overall, youpossess a unique combination of skills, qualities, and experiences that makeyou an ideal fit to lead our data engineering team(s). You value inclusivityand want to join a culture that empowers you to show up as your authentic self.

Youknow that success hinges on commitment, our differences make us stronger, andthe finish line is always sweeter when the whole team crosses together. In yourrole, you should be driving the team using data, data, and more data. You willmanage multiple teams, oversee agile stories and their statuses, handleescalations and mitigations, plan ahead, identify hiring needs, collaboratewith recruitment teams for hiring, enable sales with pre-sales teams, and workclosely with development managers/leads for solutioning and delivery statuses,as well as architects for technology research and solutions.

What you’ll do

Following are high level responsibilities that you will play but not limited to:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of modern data pipelines, data models, and ETL/ELT processes.
  
• Architect and optimize data lake and warehouse solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, or Snowflake.
  
• Enable business analytics and self-service reporting through Power BI and other visualization tools.
  
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business users to deliver reliable and high-performance data solutions.
  
• Implement and enforce best practices for data governance, data quality, and security.
  
• Mentor and guide junior data engineers; establish coding and design standards.
  
• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools to continuously improve the data ecosystem.
  

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field.
  
• 8+ years of experience in data engineering or data platform development, with at least 2–3 years in a lead or architect role.
  
• Strong hands-on experience in one or more of the following:
  
• Microsoft Fabric (Data Factory, Lakehouse, Data Warehouse)
  
• Snowflake (Data Warehousing, Snowpipe, Performance Optimization)
  
• Power BI (Data Modeling, DAX, Report Development)
  
• Proficiency in SQL and programming languages like Python or Scala.
  
• Experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP cloud data services.
  
• Solid understanding of data modeling, data governance, security, and CI/CD practices.
  

Employee Benefits

1.Culture:

• Open Door Policy:Encourages open communication and accessibility to management.
• Open Office FloorPlan: Fosters a collaborative and interactive work environment.
• Flexible WorkingHours: Allows employees to have flexibility in their work schedules.
• Appraisal ProcessTwice a Year: Provides regular performance evaluations and feedback.

2.Inclusivity and Diversity:

• Hiring practices thatpromote diversity: Ensures a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Mandatory POSHtraining: Promotes a safe and respectful work environment.

3.Health Insurance and Wellness Benefits:

• GMC and TermInsurance: Offers medical coverage and financial protection.
• Health Insurance:Provides coverage for medical expenses.
• Disability Insurance:Offers financial support in case of disability.

4.Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits:

• Company-sponsoredfamily events: Creates opportunities for employees and their families tobond.
• Generous ParentalLeave: Allows parents to take time off after the birth or adoption of achild.
• Family Medical Leave:Offers leave for employees to take care of family members' medical needs.

5.Perks and Time-Off Benefits:

• Company-sponsoredoutings: Organizes recreational activities for employees.
• Gratuity: Provides amonetary benefit as a token of appreciation.
• Provident Fund: Helpsemployees save for retirement.
• Generous PTO: Offersmore than the industry standard for paid time off.
• Paid sick days: Allowsemployees to take paid time off when they are unwell.
• Paid holidays: Givesemployees paid time off for designated holidays.
• Bereavement Leave:Provides time off for employees to grieve the loss of a loved one.

6.Professional Development Benefits:

• L&D with FLEX-Enterprise Learning Repository: Provides access to a learning repositoryfor professional development.
• Mentorship Program:Offers guidance and support from experienced professionals.
• Job Training: Providestraining to enhance job-related skills.
• ProfessionalCertification Reimbursements: Assists employees in obtaining professionalcertifications.
• Promote from Within:Encourages internal growth and advancement opportunities.