Data Engineer
Lead Data Engineer – Azure
📍 Manchester (Hybrid – 3 days onsite)
💰 £75,000 – £90,000 + benefits
We’re recruiting a Lead Data Engineer for a fast-growing Manchester-based business that’s investing heavily in its data platform as part of its growth strategy.
This is a pivotal role within the organisation. You’ll take ownership of the Azure data platform, lead a small team of data engineers, and deliver the data systems that support risk, operations, MI and commercial decision-making across the business.
You’ll be working with modern Azure tooling in an environment that values clean architecture, automation and scalable data platforms.
The Role
The position covers three core areas:
1) Data Architecture & Platform
- Own the design and evolution of the Azure data platform
- Define standards for data modelling, integration and storage
- Ensure data quality, security, lineage and governance are built in
2) Technical Delivery
- Design and build ETL/ELT pipelines, data lakes and data warehouses
- Work with Azure Fabric, Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks, SQL Server and Power BI
- Optimise performance, reliability and cost
3) Team Leadership
- Lead and mentor a team of data engineers and testers
- Set coding standards, review architecture and drive best practice
- Run sprint ceremonies and oversee delivery
You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across technology, risk, operations and reporting teams to translate business needs into scalable data solutions.
What We’re Looking For
- Strong experience building and running Azure-based data platforms
- Excellent SQL Server & T-SQL knowledge
- Experience with data warehousing, data lakes and data modelling
- Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT pipelines and complex integrations
- Experience leading or mentoring data engineers
- Comfortable working with technical and non-technical stakeholders
Why This Role?
This is a chance to take ownership of a modern data platform in a business that genuinely values data and is committed to building scalable, future-proof systems. The role offers real influence, visibility and the opportunity to shape how data supports the organisation’s growth.