Full job descriptionLead Data Engineer - AWS - AI & Machine Learning - Fully Remote (UK) - Up to £110,000
Are you a Senior Data Engineer ready to take ownership of an entire data platform rather than simply contributing to one?
We’re partnering with a rapidly growing technology business that develops innovative data-driven products for global enterprise clients. As part of significant investment in Data, Analytics and AI, they’re looking for a Lead Data Engineer to take ownership of their cloud-based data platform and help shape the future direction of the company’s analytics, machine learning and AI capabilities.
This is a unique opportunity to join at a pivotal stage of growth. Initially, you’ll operate as a highly influential senior individual contributor with end-to-end ownership of the data function. As the business continues to scale, you’ll have the opportunity to build and lead a dedicated Data Engineering team.
Why Join?
*Take ownership of the company’s data platform and technical direction.
*Play a key role in the company’s Data, Analytics and AI strategy.
*Work closely with Product, Engineering, Data Science and Leadership teams.
*Join a high-growth technology business at an exciting stage of expansion.
*Build and lead a future Data Engineering function.
*Enjoy a fully remote role with genuine flexibility and autonomy.
Technology Environment
You’ll work across a modern cloud-based data ecosystem, including:
*AWS
*Python
*SQL
*Data Warehousing
*Data Lakes
*ETL/ELT Pipelines
*APIs & Data Services
*Analytics Engineering
*Machine Learning Infrastructure
*AI & Machine Learning Systems
*Data Governance & Observability
*Cloud-Native Architecture
The Role
As Lead Data Engineer, you’ll be responsible for:
*Designing, building and maintaining scalable cloud-based data platforms.
*Developing robust ETL/ELT pipelines and data services.
*Creating trusted analytical datasets to support reporting, business intelligence and advanced analytics.
*Building APIs and data products used by enterprise clients.
*Supporting Machine Learning and AI initiatives through high-quality data engineering and architecture.
*Establishing data governance, quality, lineage and observability standards across the organisation.
*Collaborating with technical and business stakeholders to deliver data-driven solutions.
*Influencing the long-term data architecture, tooling and operating model of the business.
Essential Experience
We’re looking for someone with:
*Strong experience designing, building and operating production-grade data platforms.
*Advanced SQL and data modelling expertise.
*Hands-on AWS experience within modern cloud environments.
*Experience developing scalable ETL/ELT pipelines and data integration solutions.
*Experience working with large, complex datasets.
*Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
*A track record of influencing technical direction and driving best practice.
Desirable Experience
Any of the following would be advantageous:
*Experience supporting Machine Learning or AI workloads.
*Exposure to MLOps, Agentic AI or AI-powered products.
*Experience with Power BI, Tableau, Looker or similar BI tools.
*Knowledge of data governance, security, lineage and observability frameworks.
*Experience working within fast-growth technology businesses or SaaS environments.
Benefits
*Fully Remote Working (UK)
*Private Medical Insurance
*Annual Team Bonus Scheme
*Long-Term Incentive Opportunities
*High Levels of Ownership and Autonomy
*Clear Progression Path into Data Leadership
*Opportunity to Build and Lead a Data Engineering Function
Interested? Apply now to learn more about this opportunity to shape and lead the future of Data, Analytics and AI within a growing technology business.