Principal Data Engineer

Principal Data Engineer | United Kingdom | Hybrid We're hiring on behalf of a leading social enterprise in the UK, dedicated to building thriving communities and fostering an inclusive, people-first culture. This organization is transforming how data is consumed and managed, leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies to build a data mesh platform. Join a growing business function where you can make a significant impact on the architecture and development of their data engineering capabilities. The Role • Provide technical leadership across product domain squads. • Drive the architecture and design of data solutions. • Mentor and build capability within the data engineering team. • Ensure cross-domain interoperability and consistency within the data mesh. • Enable governance and compliance for data processes. • Influence innovation and strategy for the data platform. What You'll Need • Extensive cloud data engineering experience with deep expertise in distributed systems and modern data stacks. • Strong understanding of domain-driven design, data mesh principles, and product thinking. • Proven track record in a Lead or Principal Data Engineer role. • Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and its associated technologies (e.g., BigQuery, Dataflow, Dataproc, Airflow/Composer). • Proficiency in SQL and Python. • Experience with data lake/warehouse solutions and data governance principles. What's On Offer • Competitive salary with annual reviews. • Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 7%. • Generous holiday allowance (35 days) with options to buy or sell leave. • Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare cashback, bonus scheme, and training opportunities. • Flexibility: discussing options for reduced hours, flexible start/finish times, or compressed hours. Apply via Haystack today!