Senior Data Engineer
About The Role
My client is looking for a skilled Lead Data Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will guide a group of talented data engineers, ensuring the timely delivery of top-notch data solutions. You will work closely with senior management to align with strategic goals.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Team Management:
* Oversee a team of engineering professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to help them achieve their goals.
* Promote a collaborative and inclusive team culture, encouraging knowledge sharing and continuous learning.
* Define team goals and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Data Engineering Strategy and Continuous Improvement:
* Develop and execute strategies to drive excellence in best practices, frameworks, and tools.
* Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize data engineering initiatives that enhance decision-making.
* Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to improve the organization's capabilities.
Data Engineering and Insights:
* Lead efforts to build, test, and document robust data transfer systems that transform and clean data from multiple sources.
* Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Collaborative Partnerships:
* Identify and engage with stakeholders, ensuring their data needs and expectations are met.
* Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders to influence the adoption of data-driven approaches.
* Serve as a trusted advisor on best practices, methodologies, and tools for effective decision-making.
Qualifications
* Degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Data Science, or Business Science.
* Minimum of 5 years in data engineering or business intelligence, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
* Strong knowledge of data modeling and data transfer processes.
* Experience with cloud-based environments and technologies; certifications in cloud data engineering are a plus.
* Proficiency in SQL and Python.
* Experience in estimating work and breaking down projects into manageable modules.
* Commitment to thorough documentation.
* Familiarity with modern data tools like DBT and BigQuery is a plus.
* Excellent proficiency in multiple languages, particularly English.
Benefits
* Competitive salary with various benefits.
* Flexible working hours, remote work options, and a healthy work-life balance.
* Paid vacation and additional days off.
* Accessible work location with remote work options.
* Focus on fitness and mental well-being.
* Access to professional development resources.
* Fun social events and activities.