Lead Data Engineer

  • Dallas, TX
  • Posted 1 day ago | Updated 1 day ago

Overview

Hybrid
$70 - $75
Contract - Independent

Skills

snowflake
Azure
AWS
ETL/ELT
data solutions
Matillion

Job Details

Job Title: Lead Data Engineer
Location: Dallas, TX
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and mentor a team of data engineers to deliver scalable, efficient, and reliable data solutions.
  • Design, develop, and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines using Snowflake and Matillion.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define solutions, and ensure timely delivery.
  • Optimize performance, ensure data quality, and enforce best practices in data architecture and engineering.
  • Drive continuous improvement in team processes, standards, and technical capabilities.
  • Develop and maintain clear technical documentation and stakeholder reports.
  • Communicate effectively with clients to understand business needs and present solutions.
Required Skills & Experience:
  • Proven expertise with the Snowflake data warehousing platform and advanced SQL scripting.
  • Hands-on experience with Matillion for ETL/ELT pipeline design, development, and orchestration.
  • Strong background in data modeling, data warehousing concepts, and performance tuning.
  • Experience with Change Data Capture (CDC) and real-time/streaming data ingestion.
  • Proficiency in Python, SQL, and cloud automation.
  • Knowledge of orchestration and automation frameworks (e.g., Airflow, Azure Data Factory, etc.).
  • Familiarity with monitoring, alerting, and ensuring data pipeline health and quality.
  • Experience with Git or other version control systems and data migration best practices.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact confidently with clients and stakeholders.
Nice to Have:
  • Experience with Informatica or Azure Synapse for data integration and migration projects.
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