Lead Data Engineer (Back End)

SR2 are currently looking for a highly motivated Lead Data Engineer for a pioneering tech company, who work across a range of sectors (inc defence, aerospace, finance, and insurance). As the Lead Data Engineer (Back End), you will shape the future of our application's backend architecture, APIs, and infrastructure. Location: London | Hybrid (2 days a week onsite). Salary: £120,000 - 130,000. Requirements: // Over six years of experience in data engineering, with at least two years working at a staff / principal level. // Strong stakeholder experience with an ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. // Proven experience with AWS services (e.g. S3, Redshift, Lambda, ECS, Eventbridge, CloudWatch, Athena etc.). // Proficient in Python & SQL. // Experience with Terraform to manage IaC. // Strong understanding of data engineering concepts, including data modelling, ETL/ELT processes, and data warehousing. // Proven ability to build secure, scalable, and maintainable backend services and API layers. // Experience working with large datasets, optimising data structures and queries for performance, This company is seeking someone with a great personality, who has a real passion for data engineering and is willing to work hard to drive the technical direction of the business. Note: You must have active SC Clearance to apply for this role. If interested, please apply with your updated CV and we’ll line up a call to discuss the details. Look forward to hearing from you all!