Lead Engineer at dunnhumby

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Retail, Customer Data Science, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Requirements

Strong experience in cloud native architectures and integration patterns
Very experienced with high volume of data and low latency integrations
Experience of collaborative design and delivery of software products and platforms including depth of knowledge across at least two of software, infrastructure, big data, event processing and distributed computing architecture
Familiarity with at least one of the major cloud provider’s technology stacks – Azure, GCP or AWS
Leadership and early adopter of modern software-centric infrastructure management, including CI/CD, continuous deployment, Infrastructure as Code, Policy as Code, Configuration as Code/Data
Track record of implementing architectural changes in Agile development methodologies
Experience identifying key business technology issues and providing analytical skills to understand and communicate design specifications that facilitate technical development, including the creation of both high-level and detailed design documentation and impact estimation
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills and the ability to exercise mature judgement

Responsibilities

Be the technical expert about the products (dunnhumby and 3rd party), within a team, or for several teams
Conduct requirements analysis, balance different requirements and make technical trade off decisions at application level (e.g. component design)
Lead exciting end-to-end projects and ensure Service Level Agreements are successfully delivered
Define and develop solutions to technical problems that arise
Use expertise to input into reengineering and design
Act as a subject matter expert for focus areas across the technology space
Actively look for the latest tools and technologies within or outside dunnhumby
Actively learn and help implement the new industry standards related to products, people, and processes
Collaborate with different stakeholders on managing project milestones, short term, and long-term planning
Help identify the dependencies, risks, and bottlenecks in the projects proactively
Work actively with the Engineering Manager to resolve them
Design, lead and implement data collaboration platform allowing clients and 3rd parties to share and merge data securely
Provide support for consulting and proposition teams in client meetings, and clients on technical integration

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Software EngineeringData PlatformsPlatform DesignTechnical LeadershipRequirements AnalysisSystem IntegrationComponent DesignProject LeadershipSecure Data SharingTechnical Consulting

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What skills and experience are required for the Lead Engineer role?

Candidates need strong experience in cloud native architectures and integration patterns, very experienced with high volume of data and low latency integrations, experience in collaborative design and delivery of software products including depth in at least two of software, infrastructure, big data, event processing and distributed computing, and familiarity with at least one major cloud provider like Azure, GCP or AWS.

What is the salary or compensation for this Lead Engineer position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Lead Engineer role remote or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What does the company culture look like at dunnhumby?

dunnhumby emphasizes putting the Customer First, employs nearly 2,500 experts across global offices, and focuses on collaboration with stakeholders, leadership in technical areas, and adopting new tools, technologies, and industry standards.

What makes a strong candidate for the Lead Engineer position?

A strong candidate will have leadership experience, depth in cloud-native architectures and data integrations, familiarity with major cloud providers, and the ability to conduct requirements analysis, lead end-to-end projects, and collaborate across teams.

dunnhumby

Customer data analytics for retail optimization

About dunnhumby

dunnhumby specializes in Customer Data Science, focusing on enhancing customer experiences for retailers and brands through data analysis. The company uses advanced analytics to interpret customer behavior, preferences, and trends, which allows clients to implement targeted marketing campaigns. Instead of storing personal data, dunnhumby analyzes data using unique identifiers from browsers and devices to maintain privacy. Its services include media solutions, customer insights, and personalized marketing strategies, which help clients improve customer engagement and sales. Additionally, dunnhumby Ventures invests in early-stage retail technology startups, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of retail innovation. The main goal of dunnhumby is to empower businesses to create better customer experiences through data-driven insights.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

1989Year Founded

BUYOUT_LBOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Consulting, Venture Capital, Consumer GoodsIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees