Remote Principal Data Engineer

Description:

• The Principal Data Engineer position is a 3-year fixed-term contract based in the UK, offering a remote work option.
• The role involves shaping the future of data engineering at scale within a high-performing Data Engineering team.
• The successful candidate will report to the Head of Data Engineering and will be responsible for providing technical leadership and ensuring the reliability of data products.
• Responsibilities include overseeing the design, development, and optimization of data software, infrastructure, and pipelines.
• The role requires leading and mentoring a team of data experts, contributing directly to technical challenges, and writing high-quality code.
• The Principal Data Engineer will own the technical roadmap, aligning engineering efforts with business goals and ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
• The position involves optimizing cloud-based data solutions, particularly with hands-on experience in AWS and on-prem services.
• The candidate will work closely with customers, PMO, and business stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions.
• The first major engagement will be contributing to the HM Land Registry (HMLR) programme, a significant digital data transformation initiative.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have seasoned hands-on experience in data engineering, with a proven track record of leading complex data engineering initiatives at scale.
• Exceptional coding skills are required, along with a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a similar field with a focus on Data.
• Extensive experience in Data Engineering and Data Analytics is essential.
• Candidates should possess expert knowledge in data technologies and data transformation solutions and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are necessary, along with a good understanding of Quality and Information Security principles.
• Effective communication skills are required to explain technical concepts to various audiences.
• The ability to provide coaching and training to less experienced team members is essential.
• Essential skills include proficiency in programming languages such as Spark, Java, Python, PySpark, and Scala (minimum of two).
• Candidates must have extensive hands-on experience in Data Engineering and Data Analytics, as well as significant AWS hands-on experience.
• Technical Delivery Manager skills and geospatial data experience (including QGIS) are required.
• Advanced database and SQL skills are necessary, and AWS or FME certifications are a plus.
• Experience with ETL tools such as AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory, or Databricks is considered a nice-to-have.

Benefits:

• The position offers the opportunity to lead the charge in transforming the data landscape at Landmark.
• Candidates will advance their careers in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.
• The role provides a chance to work on one of the UK Government’s largest digital data transformation initiatives.
• The company promotes a culture focused on continuous improvement and learning, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.