Lead Data Engineer

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Lead Data Engineer

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

U to 90k + bonus

About the Opening - Lead Data Engineer:

As the Lead Data Engineer at this company, you'll be at the helm of our data engineering function, crafting and maintaining the backbone of our analytics infrastructure. Join a dynamic team driving innovation with a tech stack hosted in AWS, including Airflow, Redshift, dbt, Kubernetes, Spark, and Metabase. Manage a talented team, own data ops, and work hands-on with cutting-edge technology.

Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a small, agile team, develop the data engineering roadmap, and collaborate with business stakeholders.
• Data Ops Ownership: Architect, monitor, and enhance our AWS data infrastructure.
• Collaborate with DevOps for seamless operations.
• Data Engineering IC: Engage hands-on with projects, from building data pipelines to resolving incidents and integrating external data sources.

Requirements: Hard Skills:

• Demonstrable roadmap development experience
• Proficiency in SQL and a scripting language (Python, Java, Scala)
• Deep knowledge of databases, data structures, and distributed systems
• 5+ years of data engineering experience

Soft Skills:

• Leadership experience in managing and mentoring teams
• Autonomy in developing and executing technical roadmaps
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
• Curious and resilient mindset, thriving in a dynamic environment

Why you'll love it here:

• Shape the future of a product impacting millions worldwide
• Combine management and individual contributions
• Thrive in a data-driven, ambitious, hyper-growth organization
• Own impactful data products with minimal bureaucracy
• Embrace continuous learning and development in our environment.

Ready to propel your career and make a difference? Join us and be part of a team committed to revolutionizing education! ???? Apply now!