Technical Lead (AWS, Data Engineering)

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Job Overview

As a Technical Lead specializing in AWS and Data Engineering at KCI, LLC, you will play a critical role in guiding a team of engineers in designing, building, and maintaining scalable data solutions in the cloud. Your expertise will ensure that our data architecture meets both current and future demands while utilizing industry best practices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions that drive data-driven decision-making and contribute to the success of our organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the architectural design of data systems on AWS, ensuring high performance, security, and scalability.
• Develop and implement data models, ETL processes, and data pipelines to support analytics and reporting needs.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to define data requirements and guide the development processes.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers in best practices for data engineering, AWS services, and software development.
• Monitor and optimize data processing workflows for efficiency and reliability.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve data solutions.
• Ensure compliance with data governance standards and company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, with a focus on AWS services.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as SQL, Python, or Java.
• Hands-on experience with AWS services like S3, Redshift, Lambda, and Glue.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and ETL tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Technologies & Tools

The Technical Lead will work extensively with a variety of technologies and tools, including but not limited to:
AWS cloud services (S3, Redshift, Lambda, Glue), data processing frameworks (Apache Spark, Kafka), and programming languages such as Python and SQL. Proficiency in data visualization tools and BI software may also be beneficial for supporting analytics needs.

Ideal Candidates

The ideal candidate for the Technical Lead position possesses a strong passion for data and cloud technologies, combined with a desire to lead and inspire a team. They should exhibit a proactive mindset, eager to solve complex problems and contribute creatively to the organization’s projects. Strong interpersonal skills, adaptability to new technologies, and a commitment to excellence in data solutions are key attributes that will contribute to their success in this role.