Lead Data Platform Engineer (Remote in ME)

Motion Recruitment; Portland (ME); Remote; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Unlimited PTO

401(k)

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Short/Long Disability Coverage

Job summary

Motion Recruitment is seeking a Lead Data Platform Engineer for a fully remote role open to Maine-based candidates. You will own end-to-end data architectures, build scalable pipelines, and guide technical teams delivering customer-facing data solutions.

You will design data models, ingestion frameworks, and reusable libraries, collaborating with product and solution architects to translate business goals into robust technical designs.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in data engineering, analytics, or platform development.
• Expert Python and SQL.
• Proven success designing scalable data processing solutions.
• Experience leading technical initiatives from requirements to delivery.
• Strong ETL/ELT and data integration background.
• Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Experience implementing testing strategies, code quality standards, and best practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience in Agile software environments.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end data solutions for scientific environments.
• Design reusable data models, ingestion frameworks, and transformations.
• Build and optimize large-scale data pipelines for critical operations.
• Develop parsing and schema-generation for diverse data formats.
• Create reusable engineering components and shared libraries.
• Collaborate with architects and product teams to translate goals into designs.
• Ensure reliable data delivery with automated testing and validation.
• Build analytical apps, dashboards, and visualization tools for customers.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency and code quality.
• Lead technical discussions and contribute to architecture decisions.
• Coach junior engineers and provide hands-on guidance.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver measurable value.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data architecture

ETL/ELT design

Leadership

Agile

Data pipelines

Communication

Tools

Streamlit

React

Jupyter Notebooks

Job description

Job DescriptionAn innovative data and technology organization serving the life sciences sector is expanding its engineering team and seeking a Lead Data Platform Engineer to help scale complex scientific data solutions. This fully remote opportunity is ideal for a senior-level engineer who enjoys solving challenging data problems, guiding technical teams, and delivering impactful customer-facing solutions.

In this role, you will take ownership of designing and implementing modern data architectures that transform highly technical research and laboratory datasets into trusted, usable business assets. You'll work in a collaborative environment alongside product leaders, architects, analysts, and fellow engineers while influencing technical direction and engineering best practices.

Location: Remote - Maine Residents Only

Schedule: Full-Time, Eastern Time Zone Required

Skills & Experience

• 8+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics engineering, or data platform development
• Expert-level proficiency with Python and SQL
• Proven success designing and deploying scalable data processing solutions
• Experience leading technical initiatives from requirements gathering through production delivery
• Strong background building ETL/ELT workflows and data integration frameworks
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects and stakeholders
• Experience implementing testing strategies, code quality standards, and development best practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Experience working within Agile software development environments

Desired Skills & Experience

• Previous experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, laboratory, or scientific research organizations
• Exposure to complex instrument-generated datasets and structured/unstructured data sources
• Experience developing user-facing reporting tools, dashboards, or data-driven applications
• Familiarity with Streamlit, React, Jupyter Notebooks, or similar technologies
• Experience leveraging AI-assisted development or data processing solutions
• Prior mentorship or team leadership experience

What You Will Be Doing

Daily Responsibilities

• Architect and develop end-to-end data solutions for scientific and research-focused environments
• Design reusable data models, ingestion frameworks, and transformation processes
• Build and optimize large-scale data pipelines that support critical business operations
• Create robust parsing and schema-generation capabilities for diverse data formats
• Develop reusable engineering components and shared Python libraries
• Collaborate with solution architects and product teams to translate business goals into technical designs
• Ensure reliable, high-quality data delivery through automated testing and validation practices
• Build analytical applications, dashboards, and visualization tools that support customer needs
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency, scalability, and code quality
• Lead technical discussions and contribute to architectural decision-making
• Coach junior engineers and provide hands-on technical guidance
• Partner directly with stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes and measurable value

The Offer

• Annual salary target of $140,000 - $200,000
• Fully remote position available exclusively to Maine-based candidates
• Opportunity to work on advanced data engineering and AI-driven initiatives
• Collaborative engineering culture with strong emphasis on innovation and technical excellence
• High-visibility role with leadership and growth opportunities

You will receive the following benefits

• Medical Insurance (100% employer-paid coverage for eligible employees and dependents)
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.