Lead Data Engineer

We're hiring a Lead Data Engineer to join our Electricity Distribution (NGED) team. This role can be based in Warwick or Bristol, with flexible working arrangements including the option for home working. You'll be part of a forward-thinking organisation that empowers you to make a real impact through data-driven solutions., Reporting to the Head of Data Engineering & Insight, the Lead Data Engineer is accountable fordesigning, building and optimising scalable data pipelines and architectures to support analytics andoperational needs across the organisation. This role provides technical leadership within the dataengineering function, ensuring best practices in data management, governance and performanceoptimisation are upheld.

The Lead Data Engineer will act as a subject matter expert, guiding and mentoring data engineerswhile working closely with data scientists, insight analysts and stakeholders to deliver high-quality,reliable data solutions. They will be instrumental in defining engineering standards, resolvingcomplex technical challenges, and driving the adoption of modern data platforms and cloudtechnologies.

In addition to hands-on technical work, this role is expected to influence strategic decisions,champion a data-driven culture, and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineeringpractices within the Data Platform and wider technology ecosystem.

The role also has accountability to deputise for their line manager (whenever necessary) and isexpected to support the software engineering community while also driving a positive culture(primarily through role modelling) across the Technology department and wider business.

What You'll Do

• Own, define and implement scalable data engineering solutions, ensuring they align with NGED's architectural standards, data governance principles, and business priorities. Lead the adoption of best practices for data pipelines, storage, and processing frameworks.
• Support the Head of Data Engineering & Insight in driving the future roadmap for data engineering, evaluating new technologies, and fostering innovation to enhance NGED's data capabilities.
• Ensure data infrastructure is reliable, secure, and optimized, managing cloud-based and on premise solutions effectively, including storage, compute resources, and access controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the data engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence, and collaboration. Encourage knowledge sharing and professional
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate them into scalable, efficient solutions that enable better decision-making.
• Own the development and optimization of data pipelines and workflows, ensuring they are automated, maintainable, and cost-efficient. Promote the adoption of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code for streamlined deployment and operations., We don't generate or sell energy: instead, we join the dots that take it from A to B. At the backbone of industry and the heart of daily life, we take this vital force where it's needed most. As a Graduate, you'll join us as we tackle increasingly complex - and important - challenges, with real responsibility, comprehensive training and the power to change things, from day one., At Undergraduate level, we offer a 12-week Summer Internship or a 12-month Industrial Placement. Both will provide you with in-depth, on-the-job experience, working at the forefront of our far-reaching business. That could include anything from assisting with the development of new network designs to supporting high-profile construction projects., We currently run an 18-month Graduate Programme, as well as a 3-year Finance Graduate Programme. Each is made up of three advanced placements, where you'll tackle issues that will define the future of our network. As well as Finance, that could mean specialising in Engineering & Technical, Non-Technical & Commercial or Business Support.

• Exceptional communicator with strong influencing skills and ability to communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences, clearly and concisely.
• Excels at working with people and developing teams (coaching, training, facilitating and collaborating).
• Detailed knowledge/experience of the NGED product suite.
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines and quickly update stakeholders on impact (potential or actual) to the defined delivery timescales.
• High self-awareness and emotional intelligence, able to recognise the impact of their own behavior on others.
• Eagerness to continually develop self through high quality training and the latest industry trends with regular, guided self-reflection and "mentoring".
• Knowledge and experience of implementing and leading a systems engineering strategy, SDLC strategy, and working with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure and GCP).
• Strong hands-on experience in designing, building (and) optimising data pipelines and architectures in cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP) and on-premise environments., Each role at National Grid requires specific skills - and we look for people who can contribute their own ideas and way of thinking. However, there are some qualities that tie us together. The world of energy is constantly evolving: we need people with the spark, adaptability and drive to keep people connected. If you're passionate about the future of our industry - and excited by the prospect of changing it - then you could be right for National Grid.

A competitive salary between £70,000 - £85,000 dependent on capability

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plans, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving-and as we accelerate the energy transition, we're creating the environment for innovation to thrive. We're committed to ensuring no one is left behind, and data is at the heart of that mission. Join us as a Lead Data Engineer and discover how your skills can help shape a smarter, more sustainable future., At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the unique differences people bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. Our goal is to drive, develop and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation that comes with having diverse teams and business need. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve and provide a working environment where everyone feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential., We're National Grid: we bring power to people. From heating up homes to keeping the lights on in hospitals, the energy we deliver makes the everyday possible. Now, you can help us, as we shape the future of millions and build the hi-tech networks of tomorrow.