Principal Data Engineer

Realtime Recruitment · Recruitment agency
Full-time•Data engineering•Dublin, Ireland
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Lead Data Engineer

Dublin (2 days onsite per week)

Start Date: ASAP

We have partnered exclusively with a client that is seeking a Principal/ Lead Data Engineer on a full time basis in Dublin.

In this role, you will lead the design and build of sailable data solutions, utilizing your experience in data, AI and innovation.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Lead the architecture and development of high-quality data solutions

  • Develop robust, production-ready, complex, business-critical data workflows.

  • Shape data architecture, models, and standards that support analytics, data products, and AI initiatives.

  • Collaborate closely with stakeholders across the business to define data requirements and shape solution design.

  • Support the team’s growth through mentoring, code reviews, and the adoption of engineering best practices.

Experience Required

  • 10+ years experience in the field of data analytics/ data engineering

  • Deep experience in data engineering, with a proven track record of designing and running scalable data platforms.

  • Advanced skills in Python and SQL, with a strong background in building reliable data pipelines and models.

  • Practical experience with modern data tools such as Snowflake, dbt, Airflow, and data quality frameworks.

  • A demonstrated ability to lead and mentor engineers, cultivating a culture of ownership, learning, and continuous improvement.

  • Strong grasp of cloud environments (AWS preferred) and best practices in data warehousing.

  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to turn business needs into clear technical solutions and influence key stakeholders.

  • Experience developing AI solutions is beneficial

Please note, applicants are required to hold a EU Passport/ Stamp 4 visa

For more information, please apply or email gary.seery@realtime.jobs

Apply NowApply before: August 8, 2026