Lead Data Engineer (Cloud Platform Lead)
Location: Remote (Ireland-based applicants)
Our client is seeking a
Lead Data Engineer (Cloud Platform Lead)
to take technical ownership of a major transition from on-premise SQL Server/SSIS to a fully modern, cloud-based data environment.
This is a
hands-on technical leadership role
focused on designing, building, and optimising scalable data solutions that power analytics, automation, and AI initiatives.
You will play a central role in:
* Selecting cloud technologies
* Defining best practices for ingestion, transformation, and modelling
* Establishing the long-term data architecture
* Ensuring performance, reliability, and future readiness
The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Technology and the Lead Software Engineer to develop a high-performing and scalable cloud data platform.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and build of a new cloud data platform, selecting appropriate technologies
* Manage the migration of existing SSIS and Python-based processes into a unified cloud environment
* Develop data quality, validation, and lineage frameworks to ensure reliability and transparency
* Design scalable ingestion pipelines for ePOS, accounting, and third-party systems
* Implement monitoring, validation, and alerting to safeguard data accuracy
* Optimise Power BI datasets and reporting performance
* Collaborate with software engineering teams on system integrations
* Define standards for:
* Data modelling
* Cost optimisation
* Operational excellence
* Contribute to long-term data strategy, supporting AI and predictive analytics initiatives
Experience & Skills Required
* 5+ years' experience in data engineering, data warehousing, or analytics platform development
* Strong SQL Server expertise (modelling, optimisation, ETL)
* Hands-on experience designing or migrating to cloud-based data solutions (Azure, AWS, or GCP)
* Proficiency in modern data pipeline/orchestration tools and transformation workflows
* Familiarity with Power BI modelling, dataflows, and performance tuning
* Strong understanding of data governance, lineage, and reliability practices
* Practical, delivery-focused approach to problem-solving
* Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Nice to Have
* Experience with Azure Data Factory, dbt, Airflow, or similar tools
* Knowledge of AI/ML integration, data observability, or metadata management
* Background in retail, financial, or SaaS-based data environments
* Experience incorporating CI/CD and infrastructure automation into data platform workflows
What the Client Offers
* The opportunity to architect and lead the development of a next-generation cloud data platform
* A pragmatic, collaborative, and forward-thinking technology culture
* Flexible hybrid or remote working options within Ireland
* Significant influence over architecture, product direction, and technology choices
* Competitive salary with room for progression as the platform expands