Lead Software Engineer - Data Engineering & Platform

About this kind of role

What a Lead Software Engineer - Data Engineering & Platform usually does. The employer's own details are in the listing.

Typically does: Designs, builds, and maintains data pipelines and platforms to support data warehousing, business intelligence, and analytics initiatives. This role involves collaborating with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers to understand data needs and translate them into robust, scalable solutions. Responsibilities often include optimizing data infrastructure for performance and reliability, and ensuring data quality and security. Lead Software Engineers in this area also mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical strategy.

Tools and skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Python or Java, experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), and familiarity with data warehousing technologies (Snowflake, Redshift, BigQuery) and ETL tools are generally required.

Good fit for: Individuals with strong problem-solving abilities, a passion for data, and excellent communication skills often thrive in this role.