Lead Data Engineer

3 days ago

Manchester, United Kingdom Recann Full time

Job Title: Lead Data Engineer

Location: Hybrid (2 days per week onsite in Greater Manchester)

Type: Permanent, Full-Time


Shape the Future of Data Engineering

Recann is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious organization in the health research sector, offering a highly rewarding opportunity for a Lead Data Engineer. This high-profile role will allow you to build and lead a data engineering function from scratch, supporting a mission that has a significant impact on global health research. If you’re ready to drive change and innovation in a newly established data engineering team, this could be the perfect role for you.


About the Role


As the Lead Data Engineer, you will:

  • Establish & Lead: Develop and scale secure, cloud-based data pipelines using AWS, setting up a data engineering function from the ground up.
  • Promote Agile & DevOps: Embed DevOps and Agile practices across the data engineering lifecycle, ensuring efficient and secure data delivery.
  • Collaborate & Influence: Work closely with data management and technology teams to align priorities and refine requirements.
  • Mentor & Inspire: Provide hands-on guidance to your team, fostering a culture of excellence in software engineering.


What Makes This Role Unique?


  • High Impact: Work on data engineering solutions that contribute directly to advancements in health research.
  • Build a Legacy: Shape a data engineering practice from scratch, establishing standards, processes, and a vision for the future.
  • Collaborative Culture: Join a team passionate about driving change and impacting lives through data.


What’s on Offer


  • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a 20% pension contribution, private healthcare, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, and more.
  • Generous Time Off: 26 days of annual leave (increasing to 30 with service), plus bank holidays, an extra day off for your birthday, and the option to buy additional leave.
  • Supportive Environment: Benefit from well-being support, free lunches on-site, and access to a free on-site gym to keep you energized and focused.


Ideal Candidate Profile


We are looking for a seasoned data engineering leader with experience in AWS-based data pipelines, batch processing, and Agile/DevOps principles. Your hands-on approach and collaborative leadership style will be crucial in guiding a growing team. Experience in health, research, or similarly regulated sectors will be highly beneficial.


Be Part of Something Transformative


If you’re ready to take on a pivotal role in a forward-thinking organization dedicated to impacting lives through data, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to begin your journey with us.

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