Our client, a leading technology platform provider is seeking aLead Data Engineer to join the team.
This role will take ownership of a transitioning data and analytics platform as they move from on-premise to a modern, cloud-based environment.
This is a hands-on leadership role, combining technical expertise with strategic influence to design, build, and optimise scalable data solutions that underpin analytics, automation, and AI initiatives.
You will work closely with senior technology leaders to shape the platforms architecture, define best practices for ingestion and transformation, and ensure data flows seamlessly across the business.
This is a unique opportunity to lead the creation of a future-ready data platform from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, build, and delivery of a new cloud data platform, including technology selection Oversee migration of existing ETL and orchestration processes to the cloud Develop frameworks for data quality, validation, and lineage Design scalable data ingestion pipelines and optimise reporting performance Contribute to long-term data strategy, including AI and predictive analytics readiness Experience & Skills: 5+ years in data engineering, data warehousing, or analytics platform development Strong SQL Server background with ETL, modelling, and optimisation experience Proven experience building or migrating cloud-based data solutions (Azure, AWS, or GCP) Skilled in data pipelines, orchestration, and transformation workflows Familiarity with Power BI and solid understanding of data governance Desirable: Experience with Azure Data Factory, dbt, Airflow, or similar tools Knowledge of AI/ML integration, data observability, or metadata management Experience in retail, finance, or SaaS data environments This is a remote role (Ireland-based) offering the chance to shape architecture, influence technology choices, and lead a high-impact data platform in a collaborative and forward-thinking culture.
*** Please Note Applicants must hold Irish/EU Citizenship or a Stamp 4 Visa at time of application *** If you believe you have the above experience and are interested in hearing more, then reach out to Killian OCallaghan @Cpl Cork on for a confidential conversation #LI-KO1 Skills: power bi sql azure Benefits: Work From Home