Lead Data Engineer About the Role We are seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join a leading Microsoft partner specialising in modernising data platforms and delivering cutting-edge analytics solutions for organisations across the UK. In this senior position, you will take ownership of designing and delivering advanced data solutions, guiding technical strategy and providing leadership across complex client engagements. You will work closely with stakeholders to understand their business challenges and architect scalable, efficient data platforms that enable self-service analytics and long-term growth. This is a hands-on technical role with the added responsibility of mentoring engineers, influencing best practice and contributing to the direction of data engineering capability within the business. Responsibilities Lead the design and development of end-to-end data pipelines using Azure Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks or Microsoft FabricArchitect, implement and oversee high-performing data lakes, data warehouses and ETL/ELT processesDevelop scalable, robust data models for enterprise-level reporting within Power BIServe as a technical authority, advising clients on best-fit data solutions tailored to their needsMentor junior and mid-level data engineers, supporting their technical growthContribute to architectural decisions and data engineering standards across projects Skills and Experience Extensive hands-on experience with Azure data services such as Synapse, Data Factory,