Job Description
Lead Data Engineer | Lisbon (Hybrid – 2 days per week) | €40–€50 per hour | 12 month Contract
Location: Lisbon (Hybrid – 2 days onsite per week)
Contract: Initial 12 months (3 year project
Day Rate: €40–€50 per hour
Language: B2/C1 English
Overview
We are hiring a Lead Data Engineer to join a major cloud data transformation programme within a global organisation. You will play a key role in designing and delivering scalable, cloud-native data platforms to support advanced analytics and enterprise decision-making.
This is a hands-on technical leadership role combining architecture, engineering, and mentoring within a Microsoft-focused data ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities & Skills
- Lead end-to-end design and delivery of data pipelines (ingestion, transformation, orchestration)
- Define and implement modern data architecture (Medallion, Lakehouse)
- Build and optimise data platforms using Azure, Fabric, Synapse, Data Factory
- Develop solutions using Python, SQL, and Spark
- Ensure performance, scalability, cost efficiency, and reliability of data systems
- Implement DataOps/CI-CD, automation, and monitoring practices
- Set standards for data quality, lineage, and documentation
- Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership across teams
- Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
Tech Stack: Azure, Fabric, Synapse, Data Factory, Python, SQL, Spark, CI/CD
If this sounds like the right opportunity, please apply with an updated CV or contact me directly for a confidential discussion malakai.bulley@edisonsmart.com
Lead Data Engineer | Lisbon (Hybrid – 2 days per week) | €40–€50 per hour | 12 month Contract