Principal Data Engineer

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and technically adept Principal Data Engineer to join their innovative team in Cambridge . This senior role is pivotal in designing, building, and optimizing robust data pipelines and infrastructure that support advanced analytics and machine learning initiatives. You will work with large-scale datasets, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to ensure data quality, accessibility, and efficiency. This is a fantastic opportunity for a leader in the data engineering space to make a significant impact on data strategy and implementation within a pioneering organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable data pipelines and ETL processes.
• Build and manage robust data warehousing solutions and data lake architectures.
• Optimize data infrastructure for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency using big data technologies .
• Implement data governance, quality, and security best practices across all data platforms.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other engineers to understand data needs and provide solutions.
• Mentor junior data engineers and contribute to the overall technical strategy for data management.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 8+ years of professional experience in data engineering or a related role.
• Expertise in designing and implementing ETL processes and data warehousing solutions.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and experience with programming languages such as Python or Scala .
• Hands-on experience with distributed data processing frameworks (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and cloud data services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to guide technical teams.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work arrangements.
• Significant budget for professional development, conferences, and advanced training.
• A stimulating environment focused on innovation and technological advancement.