Lead Developer

As Lead Developer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering enterprise-scale data modernisation initiatives. Working alongside architects, data engineers, analysts and business stakeholders, you'll lead the development of robust data platforms, analytics solutions and AI-enabled capabilities that support critical business decision-making.

This position combines hands-on development with technical leadership, offering the opportunity to influence architecture, delivery standards and future technology direction., Technical Leadership

• Lead the design, development and implementation of cloud-based data and analytics solutions
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams
• Collaborate with architects and programme leadership to define technical roadmaps
• Ensure solutions are scalable, secure and aligned with business requirements
• Drive engineering best practices and development standards

Data Engineering & Analytics

• Design and build modern data pipelines and analytics platforms
• Develop and optimise ETL/ELT processes
• Deliver enterprise reporting, analytics and business intelligence solutions
• Support the integration of AI-enabled capabilities into data products
• Ensure high levels of data quality, governance and performance

Cloud & AI Solutions

• Develop solutions within AWS and Snowflake environments
• Support implementation of AI-powered analytics capabilities
• Leverage Cortex Code and Cortex Suite technologies where applicable
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and intelligent solutions
• Contribute to the adoption of emerging technologies and best practices

Delivery & Collaboration

• Work within Agile delivery teams to ensure successful project outcomes
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Support sprint planning, solution design and delivery activities
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the technology function

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 10 years' experience in software development, data engineering or analytics development
• Strong hands-on experience building cloud-based data solutions
• Experience with AWS and Snowflake
• Experience implementing AI solutions using Cortex Code and Cortex Suite
• Strong knowledge of data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes and analytics platforms
• Experience working within Agile development environments
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment within the Washington DC area

Technical Skills

• AWS Cloud Services
• Snowflake
• Data Engineering
• Data Warehousing
• ETL / ELT Development
• Analytics Platforms
• Artificial Intelligence Solutions
• Agile Methodologies
• Data Architecture
• Cloud-Based Development

Desirable Experience

• Alteryx or similar analytics tools
• AWS, Snowflake or Databricks certifications
• Financial Services sector experience
• Regulatory or compliance-focused environments
• Machine Learning and AI frameworks
• MLOps practices and deployment methodologies

What You'll Bring

• Strong technical leadership capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills
• A collaborative and solution-focused mindset
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

• Hybrid working environment
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Performance-related bonus opportunities
• Parental leave and adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Industry certifications and learning opportunities
• Employee referral programme
• Career progression within a growing technology and consulting environment
• Opportunity to work on innovative AI and data transformation initiatives

A leading consulting and technology organisation is seeking an experienced Lead Developer to provide technical leadership across large-scale data engineering, analytics and AI-driven transformation programmes. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on technical leader who enjoys designing and delivering modern cloud-based data solutions while mentoring teams and driving innovation through data, analytics and artificial intelligence.