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Lead Data Engineer JN -042026-174917

Full Time · In Office · Plano, Texas (USA)

Posted Sep 12, 2026

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Lead Data Engineer – Hybrid (3 Days Onsite)

Join a fast-growing consumer financial services company that's investing heavily in its data platform. We're seeking a hands-on Lead Data Engineer with deep Python expertise and proven experience leading technical initiatives, mentoring engineers, and driving data engineering solutions from design through implementation.

This is a hybrid role (3 days onsite) based in Plano, TX.

Note: Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without employer sponsorship, now or in the future. Work visas cannot be sponsored or supported for this role.

What You'll Bring

  • 8+ years of professional data engineering experience
  • Proven experience as a technical lead, including guiding engineers, driving best practices, and owning complex data initiatives
  • Expert-level Python development skills
  • Advanced SQL skills (MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL)
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP
  • Understanding of predictive analytics and statistical modeling concepts

Why You'll Love It

  • Join a company experiencing rapid growth and significant investment in its data infrastructure
  • Lead impactful data initiatives while staying hands-on technically
  • Work alongside a collaborative, high-performing engineering team
  • Culture built on accountability, trust, and open communication
  • Opportunity to influence architecture and make a meaningful technical impact
  • Healthy work-life balance

Compensation

Targeting $150,000 base salary + bonus

JOB ID: 174917 #post

Lori Oberlander

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, $140,000 - $150,000,

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