Data Engineering Lead

Location: Earlswood

At The Institute of Chartered Accountants England & Wales (ICAEW), you'll be part of an organisation that's shaping the future of business, finance and the accountancy profession on a global scale. Our bold 2030 Strategy puts members, innovation, sustainability and trust at the heart of everything we do; creating an exciting, forward looking environment where your work has real impact.

We invest in our people through our benefits package, continuous development and a supportive, inclusive culture that empowers you to grow and thrive. If you're looking for a role with purpose, influence and opportunity, ICAEW is a place where your future can truly take shape. We're looking for a Data Engineering Lead to join our team in Milton Keynes on a permanent basis.

This role offers a salary of £75,000 - £85,000 and a hybrid working pattern of 2 days in the office and the rest from home. C andidate Profile Extensive experience in Data, with a previous role in a lead engineering capacity. Proven track record in leading data engineering teams in a Microsoft data eco-system. We are a Microsoft-first house in terms of data sources.

Hands-on experience with data engineering development, automation and integration strategy/implementation. Strong knowledge of machine learning frameworks (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and programming languages (Python, R). Ability to translate business problems into data-driven solutions and communicate insights effectively.

Responsibilities include:

Lead, mentor, and develop the data engineering team, ensuring delivery of robust and reliable data pipelines and platforms. Design and implement scalable data architectures, including data lakes, warehouses, and integration layers. Ensure data is accessible, well-structured, and compliant with governance, quality, and security requirements. Collaborate with the Data Architect to translate data architecture and design principles into practical engineering solutions. Design, implement, and manage data integration across enterprise systems, ensuring relia What you can expect from us:
We believe doing your best work starts with feeling supported both professionally and personally. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to give you flexibility, security, and peace of mind: A generous 9% pension Healthcare cash plan Private Medical Insurance Life assurance at 4x your salary 24 days' holiday, and the option to buy or sell extra days Flexible and hybrid working to help you find the right balance Everyday savings through gym discounts, travel loans, and retail perks Enhanced family leave, including up to 6 months on full pay Ongoing wellbeing support, including access to CABA A paid day each year to volunteer for a cause that matters to you Privacy Statement