Lead Data Engineer
EXL
New Hampshire, United States · Posted November 9, 2026
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About the job
Lead Data Engineer with hands-on experience in designing and delivering scalable data solutions. The role requires expertise in cloud data platforms, AWS, Snowflake, data pipelines, ETL/ELT, data modernization, along with strong stakeholder management
Base Compensation Range: 110,000 - 140,000
The posted range is the hiring range for this role — a subset of the broader range available to employees over time — and reflects base salary across our national hiring scale. Final offers are based on several factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, internal pay equity, work location, market conditions for the role, and the specific scope and responsibilities of the position. The top of the range is reserved for candidates who notably exceed the requirements; the lower end applies to those with less experience or fewer preferred qualifications. For positions based in higher-cost zones (e.g., California, New York, New Jersey), actual compensation may exceed the posted range; your recruiter will share specifics during the process.
For more information on benefits and what we offer please visit us at https://www.exlservice.com/us-careers-and-benefits
7+ years of relevant experience in Data Engineering and project delivery.
Strong expertise in Big Data concepts and cloud implementation projects.
Proficient in Snowflake , SQL , and AWS services (Glue, EMR, S3, Aurora, RDS, AWS architecture).
Excellent hands-on experience with Python , PySpark , and AWS cloud microservices .
Capability to perform coding, debugging, performance tuning, and deploying applications to production environments.
Strong problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and aptitude for ownership.
Skilled in Agile Methodology with experience in iterative project deliveries.
Quick learner with the ability to lead team members in adopting new technologies.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
Good-to-Have Skills:
Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Git) and experience in CI/CD pipelines.
Knowledge of Spark, SQL (with Snowflake exposure), and advanced Big Data Concepts.
Experience with cloud migrations and development projects
Knowledge of US insurance and reinsurance domain
Knowledge of Data Vault 2.0
Role & Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee project delivery, ensuring timely completion with high quality.
Collaborate with clients and offshore leads to gather requirements and define high-level designs.
Direct development and unit testing activities while maintaining strong alignment with project goals.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders, providing regular updates on task and project statuses.
Identify, track, and address project risks or issues promptly.
Work closely with management to ensure seamless execution of tasks.
Provide technical guidance to the team, outlining design, implementation, and delivery strategies.
bachelors in engineering or related field