Principal Data Engineer

Principal Data EngineerA leading global consultancy is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to join their team and drive large-scale data solutions using AWS and other cutting-edge technologies. This is an exciting opportunity to lead cross-functional teams in building modern, scalable data architectures across a range of industries.Key Responsibilities:Lead the design and deployment of data pipelines using AWS services such as EMR, Glue, RedShift, Kinesis, Lambda, and DynamoDB (or open-source equivalents)Work closely with other engineering teams to integrate data components into production systemsManage structured and unstructured data from multiple sources, ensuring seamless ingestion and curationGuide and mentor junior engineers, while actively contributing to both data engineering and data science projectsCollaborate in Agile environments, participating in Scrum ceremoniesKey Requirements:Proven experience in AWS cloud technologies for ETL pipeline design, data lake architecture, and data warehouse buildingStrong proficiency in Java, Python, Scala, SQL, and Spark for data pipeline developmentFamiliarity with cloud technologies, serverless architectures, and container technologiesExperience with data mining, machine learning, and natural language processing is a plusStrong leadership and team management skillsBenefits:Private healthcare for you and your familySalary up to £90,000 plus bonus25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase additional daysGenerous pension scheme and annual performance-based bonusShare ownership options and tax-efficient benefits (cycle-to-work scheme, etc.)Opportunities for growth, development, and participation in community and charity initiativesThis company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from underrepresented groups.Get in touch for full info submit your CV or contact Carol Donnelly on [email protected]