Data Quality Engineering Lead

Dodge Construction Network; Ernakulam; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Dodge Construction Network invites an experienced Data Quality Engineering Lead to drive master data quality and build systems for ongoing quality improvements. The role bridges engineering and QA, embedding testing excellence across the SDLC.

Reporting to the VP of Engineering, it is a full-time, hybrid position based in Kochi. The candidate should have 7+ years in software and quality engineering, with at least 3 years in data quality leadership, plus strong SQL, Python/R, and cloud

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in software and quality engineering, with at least 3 years leading data quality engineering.
• Proven track record automating and measuring data quality assurance in production environments.
• Proficient in SQL and one of Python or R.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain scalable data quality automation.
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines and surface quality metrics.
• Lead QA engineers and monitor quality KPIs to drive improvements across product teams.

Skills

SQL

Python or R

Git

AWS

Apache Spark (pyspark)

QA automation

AI development tools

Data quality frameworks

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Jenkins

AWS CodePipeline/CodeBuild

Bitbucket Pipelines

Job description

Dodge Construction Network (Dodge) is looking for an experienced Data Quality Engineering Lead to ensure the master data content quality and develop systems that continue to improve the quality of the data content. This role requires the ability to define and govern quality strategy to better serve our customers. The ideal candidate bridges the gap between engineering and quality, embedding testing excellence throughout the software development lifecycle.

This is a full-time position and reports directly to the VP, Engineering.

Preferred Location

Qualified candidates should be based in or near Kochi and able to work from our Kochi office as part of a hybrid schedule.

Essential Functions

Test Automation Architecture

• Design, implement and maintain scalable, maintainable data quality automation
• Implement test reporting and analytics solutions, or custom dashboards to surface quality insights

Cloud, DevOps & CI/CD Integration

• Utilize AWS services relevant to quality engineering, including CodePipeline, CodeBuild, ECS, Lambda, S3, and CloudWatch Synthetics
• Integrate automated test suites into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, BitBucket pipelines, or AWS CodePipeline

Leadership & Quality Strategy

• Define and govern a quality strategy across multiple product teams, including test standards, tooling selection, and metrics frameworks
• Lead and mentor QA engineers and SDETs across automated, manual, and exploratory testing disciplines
• Track and present quality KPIs — including defect escape rate, test coverage, MTTR, and automation ROI — to senior stakeholder

Education Requirement

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and work experience.

Required Experience, Knowledge And Skills

• 7+ years of experience in software and quality engineering, with at least 3 years leading data quality engineering
• Proven track record automating and measuring data quality assurance in production environments
• Proficient in SQL
• Proficient in Python or R
• Proficient with Git for source control
• Experience developing QA automation on AWS or equivalent cloud platforms
• Preferred Experience, Knowledge and Skills
• Experience using AI development tools
• Proficient in Apache Spark (pyspark)

Preferred Experience, Knowledge And Skills

• Experience using AI development tools.
• Proficient in Apache Spark (pyspark)
• Experience with data quality frameworks Great Expectations or Deequ
• Familiarity with Jenkins

About Dodge Construction Network

Dodge Construction Network exists to deliver the comprehensive data and connections the construction industry needs to build thriving communities. Our legacy is deeply rooted in empowering our customers with transformative insights, igniting their journey towards unparalleled business expansion and success. We serve decision-makers who seek reliable growth and who value relationships built on trust and quality. By combining our proprietary data with cutting‑edge software, we deliver to our customers the essential intelligence needed to excel within their respective landscapes. We propel the construction industry forward by transforming data into tangible guidance, driving unparalleled advancement.

Dodge is the catalyst for modern construction.