Lead Data Engineer

Our partner is bringing their impressive global success story to Hungary, building a brand-new Global Business Center in Budapest. They are looking for a Lead Data Engineer to support operational excellence and scalable growth.

They offer a unique environment that prioritizes an inclusive culture and service excellence from day one. In this role, you will bridge the gap between business needs and technology within a collaborative, supportive, and social international team. It is a rare chance to join a community that values teamwork, celebrates success, and genuinely enjoys working together to build a fresh operation.

Database Platform Management

Oversee the administration, configuration, and optimisation of core database environments including Snowflake, SQL Server, and related cloud data services, while helping shape their ongoing evolution as the platform architecture matures.

Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of database systems, adapting designs and standards as new components are introduced or existing ones are reworked.

Implement and maintain robust backup, recovery, and disaster-recovery processes, revisiting these as the underlying architecture changes.

Monitor system health, capacity, and performance, proactively addressing issues before they impact operations.

Maintain living documentation for database architecture, configurations, and operational procedures - expected to change as decisions are finalised and revisited.

Data Integration & Pipeline Development

Manage and enhance data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, with openness to adopting or transitioning to alternative tools as the integration strategy develops.

Develop, maintain, and optimise ETL/ELT processes feeding downstream systems such as Pigment, Sage, and other business applications, adjusting approach as architectural direction is confirmed.

Ensure data flows are secure, efficient, and aligned with architectural standards - and help define those standards where they are not yet settled.

Troubleshoot integration issues and implement long-term fixes, balancing quick wins against the direction of future architecture.

Collaborate with application owners and the wider technology team to design new integrations, remaining flexible as business needs and platform decisions evolve in parallel.

Data Quality, Governance & Security

Enforce data governance standards, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across database environments, contributing to governance frameworks that are still being built out.

Implement security best practices, including access controls, encryption, and monitoring of data usage.

Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to regulatory and organisational data policies, flagging where policy needs to catch up with a changing architecture.

Support data stewardship activities by providing guidance on data definitions, lineage, and quality rules.

Partner with InfoSec teams to manage vulnerabilities and maintain secure data operations.

Continuous Improvement & Solution Development

Identify opportunities to modernise and streamline database and integration processes, and play an active role in shaping architectural decisions that are still open.

Lead enhancements to data models, schemas, and storage strategies, expecting these to iterate as requirements and platform choices firm up.

Evaluate new tools, technologies, and methods, bringing informed recommendations to architecture discussions rather than assuming a fixed toolset.

Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency.

Support the design and rollout of new data capabilities, comfortable working from evolving or partial specifications.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Support

Work closely with business teams to understand data needs and translate them into technical solutions, adapting recommendations as the platform direction develops.

Provide technical expertise and support to analysts, developers, and application owners, acting as a steady point of contact through periods of architectural change.

Communicate system changes, impacts, and timelines clearly to stakeholders, including where decisions are still in flux.

Coordinate with vendors and external partners on platform upgrades, troubleshooting, and best practices.

Deliver training or guidance to internal teams on database usage, integrations, and data processes, updating this as approaches change. Elvárások / Requirements

Must have:

Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate (DP-203)

Proven experience managing and administering database platforms such as Snowflake, SQL Server, or other cloud‑based data warehouses

Hands‑on experience designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines using Azure Data Factory or similar integration tools

Strong understanding of ETL/ELT methodologies, data modelling, and performance optimisation.

Familiarity with API‑based integrations and connectors for business applications (e. g. , Pigment, Sage, CRM/ERP systems)

Knowledge of cloud architectures, data storage patterns, and modern data engineering practices.

Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex database, pipeline, and integration issues.

Experience improving system performance, reliability, and scalability through proactive monitoring and optimisation.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Strong analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and automation.

Good to have:

Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; Master’s preferred

SnowPro Core Certification Amit nyújtunk / Benefits

Why Join Us in Budapest?

Financial Rewards & Security

Performance-Based Bonus

Cafeteria

Pension Contribution

Life Insurance

Flexibility & Modern Workstyle

Hybrid Model: Enjoy the best of both worlds with a flexible schedule (usually 2-3 days in the office).

Home Office Support

Work from Abroad: Work from another country for up to 20 days per year to better sync your travel plans with your career.

Health & Wellbeing

Private Health Insurance

Mental Health Support

Inclusive Care: Dedicated support for special needs, including workplace accessibility and specific health considerations.

Family-Friendly Culture

Enhanced Parental Leave: They top up state benefits to ensure 100% of your base salary for 20 weeks of maternity leave and 2 weeks of paternity leave.

Fertility Treatment Support

Growth & Connection

Access to extensive internal and external training programs to fuel your growth.

Enjoy a generous budget for team-building events and social activities.