Senior/Lead Data Engineer

Why Join ExadelWe’re an AI-first global tech company with 25+ years of engineering leadership, 2,000+ team members, and 500+ active projects powering Fortune 500 clients, including HBO, Microsoft, Google, and Starbucks.From AI platforms to digital transformation, we partner with enterprise leaders to build what’s next.What powers it all? Our people are ambitious, collaborative, and constantly evolving.What You’ll DoLeadership & Capability ContributionContribute to the execution of the Data Engineering strategy and operating model, supporting client delivery, innovation, and engineering best practicesLead and mentor a small, high-performing team of Data Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Cloud Engineers (team size: ~3–8) within projects or a functional groupFoster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within engineering teamsTechnical Strategy, Architecture & Delivery Lead the hands-on design and delivery of enterprise-scale, cloud-native data engineering solutions across:Data Ingestion (batch, streaming, real-time)Data Transformation (ETL/ELT, orchestration, compute frameworks)Data Storage (Data Lakes, Lakehouse, Warehouses, NoSQL)Data Consumption (APIs, BI tools, AI/ML platforms) Advocate for and implement modern data engineering patterns such as Data Mesh principles, DataOps, Event-Driven Architectures, and Serverless PipelinesCollaborate closely with Architects, Data Governance, AI/ML, and Consulting teams to ensure solutions are aligned with security, performance, and business goals Engineering Standards, Tools & Automation Drive the adoption of engineering best practices in coding, DevOps, CI/CD, and DataOps across project teamsSupport the evaluation and application of modern tools and frameworks, including:Apache Spark, Databricks, Snowflake, BigQuery, Synapse, dbt, Kafka, Airflow, Fivetran, Informatica, MatillionCloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Pulumi)Champion the use of automation, monitoring, and testing frameworks to improve reliability and performance of data pipelinesClient Delivery & Project LeadershipLead complex data engineering delivery within client engagements, ensuring technical excellence, scalability, and value realizationContribute to the development of reusable assets and accelerators that enhance delivery efficiency and technical consistencySupport pre-sales and client discussions with technical expertise, helping shape solution designs and articulate value to stakeholdersWhat You Bring 8+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Big Data, or Cloud Data delivery, with 2–4+ years in technical leadership or team lead rolesProven track record in:Delivering enterprise-scale data platforms, pipelines, and transformationsLeading small teams or squads within consulting or enterprise project settingsStrong technical skills in:Data ingestion frameworks (e.g., Kafka, Event Hubs, Pub/Sub)ETL/ELT tools (e.g., dbt, Spark, ADF, Glue)Data storage platforms (e.g., Delta Lake, Snowflake, BigQuery, Synapse) Programming: Python, SQL, and optionally Scala or JavaGood understanding of:Data modelling (dimensional, logical, physical)Integration patterns (e.g., S2T mapping, batch, near real-time)DevOps and CI/CD practices for data pipelinesExperience collaborating with architects, data scientists, and product owners to deliver end-to-end solutionsKey Personal AttributesHands-on technical leader with a focus on delivery excellencePassionate about engineering innovation and scalable solution designStrong communicator and collaborator, able to engage both technical teams and business stakeholdersCommitted to mentoring peers, sharing knowledge, and continuously improving delivery capabilityEnglish levelUpper-IntermediateLegal & Hiring InformationExadel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion across minority, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, and moreReasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functionsPlease note: this job description is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on business needsYour Benefits at ExadelExadel benefits vary by location and contract type. Your recruiter will fill you in on the details.International projectsIn-office, hybrid, or remote flexibilityMedical healthcareRecognition programOngoing learning & reimbursement Well-being programTeam events & local benefits Sports compensation Referral bonuses Top-tier equipment provisionExadel CultureWe lead with trust, respect, and purpose. We believe in open dialogue, creative freedom, and mentorship that helps you grow, lead, and make a real difference. Ours is a culture where ideas are challenged, voices are heard, and your impact matters.