We are seeking an experienced Principal Data Engineer for our client in the Digital Agency industry. As the first data resource hire, you will be pivotal in the following:Design and build a modern, scalable data platform from the ground up using AWS native services and Databricks.Lead end-to-end architecture and development of data infrastructure, including data pipelines, warehousing, and foundational frameworks for BI and AI use cases.Collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to define data needs, priorities, and scalable solutions across the organisation.Be hands-on in implementing data ingestion, transformation, and governance processes, while establishing best practices for performance, reliability, and security.Drive the selection and integration of modern BI and AI tools to enable company-wide analytics, insights, and future machine learning initiatives.A Bit About YouWe are looking for an individual who ideally possesses the following attributes and experiences:Extensive hands-on experience with AWS native data services (e.g., S3, Glue, Redshift, Lambda) and Databricks for building scalable data platforms.Proven track record in designing and implementing data architecture from the ground up in a greenfield environment.Strong proficiency in Python and SQL for data engineering tasks, including ETL/ELT development, data transformation, and automation.Deep understanding of data modelling, data warehousing, and data governance best practices.Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally and translate business needs into technical solutions.Open to seeing candidates who are Senior Data Engineers ready to make that step up or Tech Leads/Managers who can demonstrate they are still hands-on.
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