Senior Data Engineer (Team Lead)

Teams Squared; Poland; On-site; PLN 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Regular training and professional development initiatives

Job summary

A team augmentation company is seeking a highly experienced Data Engineer Team Lead to spearhead a long-term client engagement. The role requires deep technical knowledge in distributed data processing tools like Apache Kafka, Spark, and Hadoop, along with leadership capabilities to mentor engineers and drive project success. This fully remote position offers a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years in data engineering and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in data engineering with recent leadership roles.
• Expertise in Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, and Hadoop ecosystems.
• Experience with cloud data platforms; BigQuery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of data engineers and contribute to the design of scalable data pipelines.
• Architect, implement, and optimize large‑scale streaming and batch data solutions.
• Collaborate with teams to define data needs and drive data strategy.
• Collaborate with product, analytics and engineering to define data needs and strategy.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers and contribute to team culture and standards.
• Ensure best practices for data governance, security and compliance.
• Advocate for improvements in data engineering standards and tooling.

Skills

Leadership skills

Data pipeline optimization

Apache Kafka

Apache Spark

Hadoop

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

BigQuery

Cloud data platforms

Job description

We are a team augmentation company dedicated to connecting exceptional remote talent with global organizations.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Data Engineer Team Lead to spearhead a long-term client engagement. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical knowledge in distributed data processing tools, with specific expertise in Kafka, Spark, and Hadoop. Experience with BigQuery is highly desirable. This role demands proven leadership capabilities, including the ability to mentor engineers, drive project success, and communicate technical solutions effectively to stakeholders.

As a key leader in the engineering function, you will take ownership of architectural decisions, data pipeline optimizations, and guide cross-functional collaboration across teams in a dynamic, fully remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of data engineers and contribute hands‑on to the design and development of scalable data pipelines.
• Architect, implement, and optimize large‑scale streaming and batch data solutions using Kafka, Spark, and Hadoop.
• Oversee the deployment and monitoring of data infrastructure for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with product, analytics, and engineering teams to define data needs and drive data strategy.
• Coach and mentor junior engineers and contribute to team culture, process, and quality standards.
• Ensure best practices for data governance, security, and compliance.
• Advocate for and implement improvements in data engineering standards and tooling.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience in data engineering, including recent leadership or team lead roles.
• Expertise in Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, and Hadoop ecosystems.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud data platforms; BigQuery experience preferred.
• Demonstrated success in leading technical teams and delivering complex data solutions at scale.
• Strong problem‑solving, debugging, and performance tuning skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with experience managing team workflows and stakeholder expectations.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Fully remote work
• Competitive compensation package paid in forei gn currency
• Regular initiatives for training and professional development.

At Teams Squared, we collaborate with forward-thinking organizations and value individuals who bring both expertise and initiative. If you’re looking for meaningful work and a chance to grow professionally, we’d love to hear from you.

Note: Only candidates who make it to our shortlist will be contacted for further discussions.

Teams Squ ared is a proud equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are consistently committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.