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Data Science Team Lead & Data Engineering Team Lead

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Data Engineering Lead Hybrid 12 days per week in Old Street, London | 60,00070,000 per annum | 18-month FTC (potential to go permanent)

Were working with Better Society Capital , the UKs leading impact investor, to help them find their first-ever Data Engineering Lead . This is a rare opportunity to build something from the ground up, shaping how data is managed, integrated, and used to drive meaningful social change.

In this hands-on, strategic role, youll design and develop modern data pipelines using SQL , Python , and Azure/Fabric , while also guiding the wider organisation through their data transformation journey. Youll be the link between technology and the business, understanding needs, building solutions, and championing data-driven decision-making across teams.

Theyre looking for a self-starter who can bring both technical expertise and strong stakeholder skills, someone whos confident leading conversations, defining standards, and making data accessible to everyone. Youll play a central role in embedding a culture of data excellence within a purpose-led organisation.

Key skills
Strong experience with SQL for data engineering and transformation
Proficiency in Python for automating and optimising data processes
Solid understanding of the Microsoft data stack (Azure / Fabric / Power BI)
Excellent stakeholder engagement and business analysis capability

Contract: 18-month fixed-term contract (potential to become permanent)
Salary: 60,000 70,000 per annum
Location: Hybrid 12 days per week in Old Street, London

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