Lead Data Engineer

LEAD DATA ENGINEER

£80,000 - £90,000 - LONDON

Company

Our client is a global leader in data and analytics, working with major brands across 90+ markets. They combine deep industry expertise, vast datasets, and advanced technology to help businesses understand people and drive smarter decisions. The company is backed by a top-tier private equity firm and is currently investing heavily in its data and technology platforms, offering the feel of a scale-up within a global business.

Role

As a Lead Data Engineer, you'll take ownership of designing, maintaining, and evolving the data pipelines that power large-scale analytical and machine learning models. You'll work closely with Data Scientists, Analysts, and Software Engineers to deliver robust, scalable data infrastructure. The focus areas include building and optimising pipelines for survey data, improving anti-fraud models, and supporting new data science initiatives.You'll manage two mid-level engineers, providing technical direction, mentoring, and helping the team refine ways of working. The role is hands-on and collaborative, offering the chance to make tangible impact across data quality, scalability, and reliability.

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in Data Engineering with strong Python and SQL skills.

• Background in building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines in a cloud environment (AWS or Azure).

• Knowledge of data warehousing (e.g., Redshift, Postgres) and tools like DBT.

• Familiarity with CI/CD, data modelling, and Agile practices.

• Comfortable collaborating with Data Scientists and translating business needs into technical solutions.

• Experience leading or mentoring other engineers.

Benefits

• Hybrid working from either London or Reading.

• Competitive salary and performance-based rewards.

• The chance to work on high-volume, high-impact data systems used globally.

• Strong internal development culture and access to senior technical mentors.

• Join a business with ambitious growth plans and the backing of a global brand and major investors.