Lead Data Engineer

Location: Coddington

Job Description We’re looking for a Lead Data Engineer to take ownership of our data platforms and play a key role in shaping how data drives decisions across our global organisation.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you’ll design, build, and optimise scalable data solutions while mentoring a growing team and influencing our wider data strategy.

At Radius, data is central to everything we do - and you’ll be right at the heart of it.

About the role...You’ll help oversee the design and delivery of modern, scalable data platforms, working at the centre of our Group Data Services & Reporting (DS&R) function - the hub that powers data across all eight business divisions. This role blends deep technical expertise with leadership, giving you the opportunity to influence everything from architecture to team growth and data strategy.

What you’ll be doing ...Designing and delivering complex data pipelines and data models at scale

Guiding technical direction across data engineering projects

Collaborating with stakeholders to turn business needs into impactful data solutions

Driving development of our data platform, including AI/ML-ready architecture

Establishing best practices across data governance, quality, and security

What we’re looking for...Essential Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Data Engineer in complex environments

Strong hands-on expertise in modern data engineering tools across cloud platforms Deep understanding of ETL/ELT, data architecture, and data quality frameworks

Strong stakeholder engagement skills and ability to shape solutions from ambiguity

Curiosity and a passion for turning data into meaningful business value

Advantageous

Experience working with AWS Redshift, dbt and Databricks

Experience with AI, M/L tooling and data preparation as well as data orchestration and cataloguingA mentor who enjoys helping others grow

What you can expect from us…Meaningful work

You’ll be contributing to data initiatives that support our entire global business.

A standout workspace

Based in one of our Crewe offices, you’ll enjoy a modern collaborative workspace complete with cafe and free onsite gym.

Career development

Your impact on Radius will be rewarded with the opportunity to progress your career in many directions.

The development of our people has always been a priority for us. We have established a culture of continuous learning and knowledge-sharing which means our colleagues are constantly exposed to new experiences and ways of working.

Everyone in Radius, from entry-level to the senior team, has their own personal development plans with clear routes for progression and regular reviews.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to a reward and benefits package which includes:

Performance-based bonus

Pension

Life assurance

Employee fuel card scheme

Electric Vehicle scheme

Employee assistance programme

Wellness and healthcare assistance via ‘Help@Hand’ by Unum Cycle to work’ scheme

Free breakfast daily in the office

Free gym in the office

About Radius…Driving business forward

Radius offers fuel cards, telematics, vehicle leasing, EV charge points, telecoms and more to businesses globally.

Established in 1990, we're trusted by over 470,000 businesses to help them grow and become more productive.

With over 3000 colleagues across 5 continents, our people are critical to our success as we develop new innovative products across a growing range of businesses.

Our values...Driven
- We are ambitious and tenacious. We constantly strive for more, we look to the future, and we are already working on what’s next.

Agile
- We are quick to adapt to change. We stay ahead of market trends and create solutions for the future.

Innovative
- The status quo is there to be challenged. We…