> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/645469-remote-lead-data-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/645469-remote-lead-data-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Remote Lead Data Engineer - **Company:** Scott Logic - **Location:** Southampton, UK (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Integration, Information Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Machine Learning, Operational Data Store, Power BI, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, Snowflake, Apache Spark, Build Management, Data Lakes, Pyspark, Data Management, Front End Software Development, Data Pipelines, Databricks - **Published:** June 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/remote-lead-data-engineer-southampton-hampshire/2840386226-2/ ## About the Role * Good experience with some of the technologies and approaches typical in modern data engineering and reporting. Including storage, data pipelines to ingest and transform data, and querying & reporting of analytical data. * You've worked with technologies such as Python, Spark, SQL, Pyspark, PowerBI etc. * You've got a background in software engineering, including Front End technologies like JavaScript. * You're a problem-solver, pragmatically exploring options and finding effective solutions. * An understanding of how to design and build well-structured, maintainable systems. * Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to work. * You embrace the chance to try new things, learn new skills and grow your experience., * Experience of relevant cloud services within AWS, Azure or GCP. * Experience working in an Agile environment. * Experience working with common vendor products such as Snowflake or Data Bricks. * Experience working with CI/CD tooling. ## Description We work with some of the UK's biggest companies and government departments to provide a pragmatic approach to technology, delivering bespoke software solutions and expert advice. Our clients are increasingly looking to us to help them make the best use of their data. In building data platforms and pipelines, our data engineers create the foundation for diverse data & analytics solutions, including data science and AI. They build data lakes and warehouses, create the processes to extract or access operational data, and transform siloed datasets into integrated data models that allow insight into business performance and problems or training of ML models. These are hands-on, client-facing roles, with openings at senior or lead level to suit your experience. You may be leading teams, setting technical direction, advising clients or solving tough engineering challenges. You'd also be expected to spend some time on-site with clients in the London area on an ad-hoc basis. Our data engineers combine a strong software engineering approach with solid data fundamentals and experience with modern tools. We're technology agnostic, and we're open minded when it comes to your existing skillset. ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Beyond Dashboards: Fixing Text-to-SQL with Semantic RAG](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2036-beyond-dashboards-fixing-text-to-sql-with-semantic-rag) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)