Lead Data Engineer - Data Engineering

Cencora, a leading global pharmaceutical solutions company, is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their Data Engineering team in Pune, India. This role focuses on building scalable solutions in Azure Platforms for their Data & Analytics Platform, making it distinct from traditional Data Engineering positions. The position requires an experienced professional who can lead junior engineers while maintaining hands-on technical expertise.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of experience, with specific expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud environments, infrastructure as code, and modern development practices. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering, requiring proficiency in technologies like Python, Azure services, and infrastructure automation tools.

What makes this role unique is its focus on platform engineering rather than traditional data engineering - you'll be building the foundations that enable other Data Engineers & Scientists to accomplish their business goals. The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies while contributing to healthcare solutions that impact people's lives.

The role requires a blend of technical expertise and leadership skills, with responsibilities ranging from designing cloud solutions to mentoring team members. You'll be working in an enterprise environment, dealing with complex infrastructure and contributing to the company's mission of creating healthier futures through technology.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior technical professional looking to take the next step in their career, combining hands-on engineering with technical leadership in a healthcare technology context. The position offers the chance to work with modern cloud technologies while making a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.