Lead Data Engineer

Why Join ExadelWe’re an AI-first global tech company with 25+ years of engineering leadership, 2,000+ team members, and 500+ active projects powering Fortune 500 clients, including HBO, Microsoft, Google, and Starbucks.From AI platforms to digital transformation, we partner with enterprise leaders to build what’s next.What powers it all? Our people are ambitious, collaborative, and constantly evolving.What You’ll DoReview available data sources, access patterns, interfaces, and integration optionsAssess data availability, quality, completeness, and readiness for prioritized use casesIdentify ingestion, ETL/ELT, API, and system integration requirementsValidate whether proposed AI, automation, and reporting use cases are technically feasibleIdentify implementation risks, blockers, dependencies, and assumptionsSupport platform recommendation with implementation-level inputProvide rough sizing for Phase 2 build activitiesHelp distinguish what can be piloted quickly versus what requires deeper platform workSupport technical documentation for final recommendationsWhat You BringStrong hands-on data engineering or backend engineering backgroundExperience with ETL/ELT, data pipelines, APIs, cloud data services, and enterprise integrationsWorking knowledge of Azure, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, AWS, or comparable platformsAbility to assess data readiness and implementation feasibilityExperience supporting architecture and discovery phasesAbility to communicate technical risks clearly to non-technical stakeholdersNice to HaveERP, CRM, MES, finance, reporting, or operational systems integrationExperience with data quality, master data, data ingestion, and platform modernizationExposure to AI/ML or GenAI implementation prerequisitesEnglish levelUpper-IntermediateLegal & Hiring InformationExadel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion across minority, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, and more.Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Please note: this job description is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.Compensation details are shared with candidates at the early stage of the recruitment process.The offer is not binding until a signed contract is in place.Your Benefits at ExadelExadel benefits vary by location and contract type. Your recruiter will fill you in on the details.International projectsIn-office, hybrid, or remote flexibilityMedical healthcareRecognition programOngoing learning & reimbursement Well-being programTeam events & local benefits Sports compensation Referral bonuses Top-tier equipment provisionExadel CultureWe lead with trust, respect, and purpose. We believe in open dialogue, creative freedom, and mentorship that helps you grow, lead, and make a real difference. Ours is a culture where ideas are challenged, voices are heard, and your impact matters.