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Posted 2 days ago
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Job ID: a1Wcv0000006aX3EAI
Lead Data Engineer
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Clayton, Missouri
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Analytics & Intelligence
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-$160,000
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Job Description
Lead Data Engineer
Fully Remote
12+ Month Contract to Hire
Our Fortune 50 Healthcare Insurance client’s AI/ML Platforms group is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to drive the technical strategy and execution of data engineering initiatives supporting scalable data and AI products. This fully remote, contract-to-hire position is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about mentoring talent, shaping engineering practices, and building robust data pipelines using modern cloud-native tools. The Lead Data Engineer will balance hands-on implementation (~50%) with leadership and strategic oversight as the team and product portfolio grow. You will mentor and guide a team of engineers, conduct code reviews, and ensure high-quality delivery, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable data and AI products.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven experience in Databricks and cloud-based data engineering
- Strong background in data engineering, data science, and AI
- Expertise in Python, ETL pipeline development, and modern data architectures
- Experience leading technical teams and mentoring both senior and junior engineers
- Ability to define and drive engineering practices in a dynamic, product-focused environment
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Passion for building scalable data products and mentoring future technical leaders
- Comfortable working in a hybrid role that blends hands-on engineering with strategic leadership
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the technical vision and execution for data engineering across AI/ML product development initiatives
- Design and implement mature, scalable ETL pipelines within Databricks, leveraging Medallion Architecture and cloud-native best practices
- Develop data engineering solutions using Python, RDE/RDS, and other core technologies
- Define, document, and evolve engineering standards, architecture, and development workflows
- Mentor and guide a growing team of engineers, including senior and entry-level talent, providing technical oversight and supporting professional growth
- Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and secure code delivery
- Balance hands-on implementation (~50%) with leadership and strategic responsibilities as the team and product portfolio scale
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, scalable data and AI products
Disclaimer: Brooksource, Medasource, and Calculated Hire are part of the Eight Eleven Group family of companies and operate under Eight Eleven Group, LLC. All employees receive the same benefits, policies, and terms of employment.
EEO:
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Benefits & Perks:
Brooksource offers competitive medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care FSA, and supplemental coverage with plans that can fit each employee’s needs. We offer a 401k plan that includes a company match and is fully vested after you become eligible, paid time off, sick time, and paid company holidays. We also offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides services like virtual counseling, financial services, legal services, life coaching, etc.
Pay Disclaimer:
The pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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