Data Engineering Technical LeadBuild and Lead a Modern Data PlatformWe are seeking a hands-on Data Engineering Technical Lead to help modernize and scale an enterprise data platform. This role is ideal for someone who wants to lead from the front while staying deeply technical.
You will play a central role in transforming legacy data systems into a cloud-native Lakehouse environment that powers analytics, AI, and business intelligence.
What You Will Do- Modernize legacy data pipelines
- Transform SSIS and SSRS workloads into scalable pipelines using Databricks, dbt, Fivetran, and Airflow
- Define data architecture standards
- Design and implement reusable patterns across ingestion, transformation, and consumption layers
- Lead POCs and technology evaluations
- Test and validate new tools and frameworks such as Delta Live Tables, Iceberg, and streaming ingestion
- Leverage AI in engineering workflows
- Use tools like GitHub Copilot, Databricks Assistant, and dbt AI capabilities to improve productivity and quality
- Apply machine learning to data operations
- Support efforts around anomaly detection, data drift monitoring, and pipeline optimization
- Drive engineering best practices
- Implement CI/CD, version control, testing, and observability standards
- Collaborate across teams
- Work closely with engineers, architects, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver solutions
- Mentor engineers
- Provide technical direction and promote modern data engineering practices
- Optimize performance and cost
- Tune pipelines, storage, and compute across cloud platforms
What You Bring- Bachelor's degree
- 8+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields
- 3+ years in a lead or senior capacity
Technical experience:- Data design patterns such as CDC, SCD, Medallion, Data Vault, batch, and streaming
- Databricks, Apache Spark, dbt, Airflow, Kafka
- Modern data tools such as Fivetran and Census
- Cloud experience with Azure and or Google Cloud Platform, including services like Synapse, Data Factory, BigQuery, or Pub/Sub
- Modernization of legacy ETL pipelines into cloud-native architectures
- SQL and one programming language such as Python, Scala, or Java
Additional strengths:- Experience building proofs of concept and evaluating new technologies
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools
- Strong problem-solving and architectural thinking
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders
What Makes This Role Interesting- Hands-on technical leadership with real ownership
- Opportunity to modernize a large-scale data platform
- Exposure to multiple business areas and systems
- Ability to influence architecture and tooling decisions
- Environment that supports experimentation and innovation
Why Apply- Work with modern data and AI technologies
- Lead key platform transformation initiatives
- Mentor and develop engineering talent
- Shape the future direction of enterprise data
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of San Diego, CA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $150000.00/yr.
Axos Employee Benefits May Include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Paid Sick Leave, 3 weeks' Vacation, and Holidays (about 11 a year) HSA or FSA account and other voluntary benefits 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with Employer Match Program and 529 Savings Plan Employee Mortgage Loan Program and free access to an Axos Bank Account with Self-Directed Trading
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in San Diego,CA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 9, 2026.
About TEKsystemsWe're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
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