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Lead Data Engineer

Europe's leading, high-growth Google Cloud consultancy specializing in data analytics, AI, cloud infrastructure and security solutions.
London, UKManchester, UKSwindon, UK
Data
Staff Software Engineer
Hybrid
8+ years of experience
AI · Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Lead Data Engineer

Qodea, Europe's leading Google Cloud consultancy, is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their innovative team. This role combines technical leadership with team management, requiring expertise in cloud data engineering and people management. The position involves leading enterprise-level data architecture projects using Google Cloud solutions, with a focus on delivering exceptional results for clients.

The role demands a hybrid working model with 60% on-site presence, either at company offices or client locations. You'll be responsible for leading a team of data engineers and scientists, ensuring their growth and development while maintaining high performance standards. Technical responsibilities include designing and implementing scalable big data architecture solutions, establishing best practices for Google Cloud technologies, and driving platform modernization initiatives.

Key technical requirements include extensive experience with Python, Scala/Java, and Google Cloud Platform services like BigQuery, Cloud Run, and Vertex AI. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in big data processing tools and experience with Terraform. Leadership capabilities are equally important, as you'll be managing team development, conducting one-on-ones, and serving as the primary point of escalation for client issues.

Qodea offers an impressive benefits package including competitive salary, pension matching, private medical insurance, and generous leave policies. The company strongly values professional development, offering paid learning days and industry certifications. This role presents an excellent opportunity for experienced data engineers looking to advance their careers in a dynamic, client-facing environment while leading and mentoring others.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Lead Data Engineer

  • Lead and inspire a team of data engineers and scientists
  • Conduct one-on-ones with team members
  • Design L&D KPIs for team development
  • Lead client engagements and project delivery
  • Design and execute platform modernization for customers' data environments
  • Create and maintain standards for Google Cloud SQL, BigQuery, and other data technologies
  • Mentor and develop engineers within Qodea and customer teams
  • Act as point of escalation for client-facing problems

Requirements For Lead Data Engineer

Python
Java
Scala
  • Strong experience as a Lead / Principal Cloud Data Engineer
  • Experience of leading teams of engineers
  • Technical leadership role experience
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Significant experience coding in Python and Scala or Java
  • Experience with big data processing tools (Hadoop or Spark)
  • GCP experience including Cloud Run, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, GCS, Secret Manager, Vertex AI
  • Experience with Terraform
  • Experience in working with agile software engineering teams

Benefits For Lead Data Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
401k
  • Competitive base salary
  • Matching pension scheme (up to 5%)
  • Discretionary company bonus scheme
  • Private medical insurance
  • 36 days annual leave
  • Extra paid birthday day off
  • Ten paid learning days per year
  • Flexible working hours
  • Market-leading parental leave
  • Industry-recognized training and certifications
  • Regular company events

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