About this role
We are seeking a Lead Data Platform Engineer to act as a hands-on technical leader for our data platform engineering function.
You will be #LI-hybrid based in Hyderabad and reporting to Director Engineering
You will be responsible for designing, building scalable data platforms while driving engineering best practices across the team.
You will help shape our AWS-native data ecosystem, mentor engineers, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, reliable data solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Be a hands-on technical lead across data engineering workstreams, setting direction and standardsYou will Design, build, and optimise data lake architectures using a data mesh modelDevelop and maintain AWS-native data platforms using modern cloud servicesImplement DevOps best practices, including Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using Terraform and CI/CD pipelinesApply configuration-as-code principles consistently across all environments.Embed automated testing, monitoring, and data quality frameworks into the development lifecycleProvide guidance, and mentoring to engineers within the teamCollaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver robust and scalable data solutionsTroubleshoot and optimize data workflows to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability 8+ years of relevant experience in Data Platform engineeringProven experience at Lead or Principal Engineer level within a large or enterprise environmentExtensive hands-on experience with AWS data services, including:GlueStep FunctionsLake FormationEventBridgeLambdaDatazoneCloudwatchStrong experience designing and building data pipelines and data lake solutionsSolid DevOps expertise, including:Terraform (Infrastructure-as-Code)CI/CD pipelinesGit and JenkinsWorking knowledge of AWS SageMaker Unified StudioAdvanced programming skills in PythonExperience with API integrations and configuration-as-code approachesInvestigate and reconcile complex workflowsProven experience implementing automated testing frameworks within data engineering workflowsDesirable Attributes
Continuous improvement and InnovationExperience working in agile delivery environmentsPassion for mentoring and developing engineering talent Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Global Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site and Glassdoor to understand why.
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Benefits
Experian care for employee's work life balance, health, safety and wellbeing. In support of this endeavor, we offer best-in-class family well-being benefits, enhanced medical benefits and paid time off.
This is a hybrid remote/in-office role.
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