Full job descriptionAt 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.
Candidate 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., TensorFlow, 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
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