Lead Python Data Engineer

Job Description
A Python Data Engineering Technical Lead with Project Manager experience bridges technical architecture with project delivery, typically requiring 8+ years in software/data engineering and 2+ years in leadership. Key responsibilities include designing scalable Python-based pipelines, managing technical debt, and coordinating cross-functional teams from planning to delivery.


Key Responsibilities & Skills
• Technical Leadership: Driving architectural decisions using Python, Spark, and SQL.
• Project Management: Scoping, task breakdown, and project roadmap definition.
• Tooling: Proficiency in cloud data warehouses (Azure, Fabric, Databricks, Snowflake), orchestration (Airflow), and cloud storage (S3/GCS).
• Data Pipelines: Designing and managing ETL/ELT processes, ensuring high-quality, efficient data processing.
• Leadership: Mentoring engineers, managing team capacity, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture