Lead Data Engineer – Burns Sheehan
A leading European intellectual property firm seeks a "Lead Data Engineer" to join its Technology & Innovation team.
Reporting to the Director of Technology & Innovation, the role will shape the firm’s data and analytics landscape. The senior data engineering lead will design, build, and optimise scalable cloud-based data platforms that drive business intelligence, AI innovation, and data‑informed decision‑making.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design and implementation of a modern cloud data platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
* Develop ETL/ELT pipelines to manage structured and unstructured data at scale.
* Enable self‑service BI and deliver insights through Power BI dashboards and advanced analytics.
* Integrate AI and automation into the firm’s data infrastructure.
* Establish data governance frameworks, ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance (GDPR, ISO 27001).
* Partner with business leaders to align data initiatives with organisational objectives.
* Mentor and develop a team of data engineers and analysts.
Candidate Profile
* Proven experience leading data engineering or BI teams in complex organisations.
* Expertise in cloud data platforms and data processing services.
* Strong skills in Python, SQL, and Power BI (DAX, Power Query, data modelling).
* Knowledge of ETL/ELT pipelines, data warehousing, and data mesh architectures.
* Familiarity with AI/ML applications, metadata management, and data lineage tracking.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related STEM discipline.
Why Join
* 25 days’ holiday (increasing with service) plus holiday buy and bonus schemes.
* Up to 10 % employer pension contribution.
* Private medical insurance via Bupa.
* Generous family, fertility, and wellbeing policies.
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
* Paid volunteering day each year.
* Access to 24/7 wellbeing and mental health support.
To find out more click apply or email jon@burnssheehan.co.uk
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