Lead Data Engineer

JPMorganChase is one of the oldest financial institutions offering innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and prominent corporate, institutional and government clients.
Data
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Finance

Description For Lead Data Engineer

Are you ready to elevate your career in data engineering? Join our dynamic team at Chase UK, where your expertise will shape the future of our data lake and drive impactful business decisions. We offer unparalleled opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment where you can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects.

As a Lead Data Engineer at JPMorgan Chase within the Chase UK team, your primary responsibility will be to design and implement scalable data solutions with a particular emphasis on the ingestion and transformation stages. You will utilize cutting-edge technologies to address unique challenges and contribute to projects with wide-ranging impact. Your role will also involve working closely with diverse teams to guarantee data quality and availability, while promoting a culture of innovation and excellence.

The role requires extensive experience in Python and SQL, with hands-on expertise in modern data platforms and cloud technologies. You'll be working with state-of-the-art tools and technologies including MPP databases, modern transformation engines, and workflow management systems. This position offers an opportunity to shape the future of data engineering at one of the world's leading financial institutions.

You'll be joining a team that values innovation, quality, and technical excellence. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both deep technical knowledge and the ability to deliver production-ready solutions independently. Your work will directly impact the business's data capabilities and decision-making processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned data engineer looking to take the next step in their career, working on challenging problems at scale while contributing to the success of a global financial leader.

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Responsibilities For Lead Data Engineer

  • Design and implement complex, scalable solutions to process data and ensure timely availability for querying
  • Develop reusable frameworks, prioritizing quality and long-term sustainability
  • Thrive in a challenging environment and provide hands-on contributions across various projects
  • Participate in regular code reviews to maintain code quality and adhere to best practices

Requirements For Lead Data Engineer

Python
Kubernetes
Kafka
  • Formal training or certification on Python concepts and 5+ years applied experience
  • Extensive development experience using SQL
  • Hands-on experience with MPP databases such as Redshift, BigQuery, or Snowflake
  • Familiarity with workflow management tools (e.g., Airflow) and/or dbt for transformations
  • Comprehensive understanding of modern data platforms
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Strong SDLC practices
  • Solid theoretical fundamentals in database internals, distributed systems, and design patterns

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