21 of 21 Lead Data Engineer Jobs in the South East

Lead Data Engineer Position Senior Data Engineer to lead and drive forward complex and high-impact data initiatives. Summary of the Role Howden Group Services is expanding its internal data engineering capability and is looking for a highly experienced Senior Data Engineer with deep expertise in Databricks and Azure data services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing and delivering scalable, metadata-driven data solutions, particularly in metadata ingestion and orchestration processes. The role requires a strategic thinker who can lead technical design discussions, drive best practices, and mentor junior engineers. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple deliverables, working closely with stakeholders … and implementing robust data solutions to enable business insights and operational efficiencies. Responsibilities The successful candidate will: Lead the development of metadata ingestion frameworks and orchestration processes. Design and implement scalable and reusable metadata-driven services to optimise data pipelines. Architect and maintain robust data solutions using Databricks and Azure services (such as Azure Data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Lead Data Engineer required to join my Client’s Technology Team and contribute to their Group Architecture Board in building the next generation of their eCommerce data platform. You will play a pivotal role in designing and maintaining a modern, cloud-based data architecture. Working closely with product, technology … and wider business stakeholders, you will be crucial in developing scalable data pipelines, improving reliability, and enabling smarter, data-driven insights and decisions. You will have a direct voice in how we design, build, and evolve our platform and the technologies we adopt! We are looking for a pragmatic, innovative, and self-motivated problem solver who delivers results … through collaboration and technical excellence. Data Architecture Specialist: Design and develop robust data models, ETL/ELT processes, and data marts that support complex analytics and operational use cases. Pipeline Optimization: Maintain and optimize data pipelines and warehouse environments to ensure top-tier performance, reliability, and scalability. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer Salary: Up to £80,000 I am working with a leading Microsoft partner that is currently recruiting for a Lead Data Engineer to join their growing team. This organisation is driving digital transformation for businesses across the UK, specialising in delivering innovative solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform, Azure and emerging … technologies like Microsoft Fabric. Their mission is to help organisations unlock the full potential of their data through modern, cloud-first architectures. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide a team of technical consultants while also contributing to the design and delivery of cutting-edge data solutions. In this role, you will be responsible … of Technical Consultants, driving engagement and development. Overseeing resource planning, scheduling, and performance management. Collaborating with architects, analysts, and stakeholders to scope and deliver projects. Designing and implementing scalable data solutions using Microsoft Fabric, Azure Synapse, Data Factory and Databricks. To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven leadership experience within data engineering or data More ❯

Lead Data Engineer - Microsoft Fabric - Hybrid - Winchester - £75k About the Role Are you ready to lead the charge in modern data engineering? We're looking for a Senior Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer Consultant with 5+ years of experience to design and deliver cutting-edge cloud data platforms for our clients. In this … ll be at the heart of transforming legacy systems into scalable, production-grade architectures using Microsoft Fabric. You'll build complex ingestion pipelines, craft metadata-driven transformation layers, optimise data workflows, and deliver high-quality semantic models that power enterprise reporting. You'll work across Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and Business Central, helping organisations embrace … best-practice cloud engineering patterns. This is a hands-on, client-facing role where your ability to lead technical conversations and deliver robust, maintainable solutions will set you apart. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and build of end-to-end data solutions in Microsoft Fabric. Migrate on-prem data to Fabric Lakehouse/Warehouse, enabling Power More ❯

Lead Data Engineer - Microsoft Fabric - Hybrid - Winchester - 75k About the Role Are you ready to lead the charge in modern data engineering? We're looking for a Senior Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer Consultant with 5+ years of experience to design and deliver cutting-edge cloud data platforms for our clients. In this … ll be at the heart of transforming legacy systems into scalable, production-grade architectures using Microsoft Fabric. You'll build complex ingestion pipelines, craft metadata-driven transformation layers, optimise data workflows, and deliver high-quality semantic models that power enterprise reporting. You'll work across Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, and Business Central, helping organisations embrace … best-practice cloud engineering patterns. This is a hands-on, client-facing role where your ability to lead technical conversations and deliver robust, maintainable solutions will set you apart. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and build of end-to-end data solutions in Microsoft Fabric. Migrate on-prem data to Fabric Lakehouse/Warehouse, enabling Power More ❯

At Sahaj Software, we're not just shipping pipelines - we're designing purpose-built data platforms that solve complex challenges for some of the UK's most forward-thinking organisations. We believe in craftsmanship, autonomy, and trust. No hierarchies and no bureaucracy, just small teams solving big problems with modern tech. Why this role? As a Senior/Lead Data Engineer, you'll own the design and delivery of scalable data platforms, pipelines, and architectures that power real business decisions. You'll work closely with data scientists, engineers, and stakeholders to transform messy data into clean, reliable, and production-grade systems. This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll influence … technical direction while staying close to the code. Perfect if you want scope for growth without going "post-technical." What you'll do Design and build modern data platforms using Databricks, Apache Spark, Snowflake, and cloud-native services (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Develop robust pipelines for real-time and batch data ingestion from diverse and complex sources. More ❯

revolutionising the investment experience for financial advisers and their clients by combining our innovative proprietary technology with exceptional customer service. As we scale, we are growing our multi-disciplinary Data, Analytics&AI function to unlock the full potential of our data assets. About the Role This is a high-impact hands-on leadership role with the opportunity to … design and build Fundment's data and analytics infrastructure from the ground up. Reporting to our Head of Data&Analytics, you will create the data foundations that allow us to deliver data-driven insights, automated systems and AI-powered products to drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Data Platform Architecture & Strategy: Lead the implementation of a robust, scalable, and secure data platform architecture on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Define and enforce technical standards, design patterns, and best practices for data ingestion, processing, storage, and consumption. Ensure our data infrastructure follows best practices across data governance, cataloguing, quality and lineage. Ensure the data platform adheres to More ❯

Lead Data Engineer - £70-77k + bonus + benefits - Basingstoke 3 days a week The Opportunity: We are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join a Basingstoke based organisation who are investing heavily in their Digital Transformation Programme. The Role: You'll play a proactive role in the delivery of next-generation … data platforms, will manage/mentor the existing person and drive the design, development and governance of the data pipelines. You'll be working really closely with stakeholders across the technology function and within the business and will the availability, integrity and compliance of the systems. You'll play a key role in the ownership of the core … architecture/engineering across the new Azure Databricks ecosystem. You'll ensure that the data platform architecture supports availability and growth targets and that the platforms leverage advances in AI and Machine Learning capability. They are currently working with a 3rd Party Data Partner who have recommended a number of improvements - you'll work closely with them selecting More ❯

Lead Data Engineer - £70-77k + bonus + benefits - Basingstoke 3 days a week Apply now, read the job details by scrolling down Double check you have the necessary skills before sending an application. The Opportunity: We are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to join a Basingstoke based organisation who are investing … heavily in their Digital Transformation Programme. The Role: You'll play a proactive role in the delivery of next-generation data platforms, will manage/mentor xkybehq the existing person and drive the design, d Please click on the apply button to read the full job description More ❯

Lead Data Engineer- £75,000 Does Not Offer Sponsorship Industry: Banking and Financial Services Location : Hybrid- Basingstoke (3 Days a Week) Key Responsibilities Lead the evolution of our data engineering practice, supporting modernisation, automation, and scalability. Design and optimise Databricks architecture, data models, and deployment standards. Re-build and re-platform core components to … handle growing data volumes and business demand. Implement better controls around change management, lineage, and deployment (DevOps for data). Introduce new tooling around change deployment and governance in partnership with external consultants. Improve data quality through robust monitoring, testing frameworks, and alerting solutions. Maintain and modernise SQL workloads, including legacy databases and reporting environments. Support upgrades … platform enhancements, and new data tooling selection. Provide best-practice guidance to the wider data function and line-manage up to 3 individuals. Ensure documentation, data dictionaries, lineage, and governance standards are embedded across the team. Essential Skills Strong expertise with SQL , particularly Databricks SQL . Demonstrable experience designing data models (e.g., star schema) and scalable More ❯

We’re seeking a Lead Data Engineer to design and deliver scalable data and AI solutions across internal and client projects. You’ll own the full data lifecycle — from ingestion and processing to deployment and monitoring of machine learning models — while leading a small, high-performing team. What You’ll Do Build and maintain data pipelines and cloud infrastructure (AWS/GCP). Develop AI-driven applications including LLM tools, RAG pipelines, and automation solutions. Lead on client communication , project delivery, and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate with Data Science and Analytics teams to improve data access, automation, and governance. Drive innovation through proofs-of-concept , model monitoring , and adoption of emerging AI … tech. What We’re Looking For 5+ years in data engineering, with team or project leadership experience. Advanced Python (Pandas, PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn). Strong AWS/GCP , MySQL , and CI/CD experience; Docker/Kubernetes a plus. Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills. Passion for innovation and ethical, scalable AI. Nice to Have Experience in More ❯