Lead Data Platform Engineer
Location: Addison, TX
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
The Lead Data Platform Engineer is a pivotal role for professionals experienced in advanced cloud infrastructure and big data technologies, particularly within AWS environments. This position is designed for a candidate who can provide technical leadership, strategic direction, and hands-on expertise to support the modernization and optimization of data platforms in a global organizational context. As a Lead Data Platform Engineer, you will engage in cutting-edge cloud data initiatives, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful migration, deployment, and management of big data applications. Bilingual communication skills in English and Chinese are highly valued for this role, as you will collaborate with stakeholders across diverse regions and participate in projects that span international boundaries.
The Lead Data Platform Engineer position offers an exciting opportunity to work remotely, providing flexibility while contributing to impactful data-driven projects. You will leverage your experience with AWS, open-source technologies, and automation tools to architect, build, and maintain scalable cloud data solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker who can balance day-to-day operational demands with long-term platform vision and roadmap execution. Your leadership will be essential in mentoring engineering teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and best practices, and ensuring alignment with business goals.
The ideal Lead Data Platform Engineer candidate will have a strong track record in AWS cloud environments, with expertise in deploying and optimizing big data platforms using both native AWS services and open-source solutions. Experience with Informatica configuration and tuning is an asset, as is proficiency in cloud provisioning tools and CI/CD processes. Leading large-scale projects, guiding technical teams, and delivering on multi-year data strategies are key components of this role.
Working as a Lead Data Platform Engineer, you will partner with business and technology stakeholders to design secure, efficient, and scalable data architectures. You will also play a key part in driving innovation, shaping cloud strategy, and supporting the digital transformation journey of a major enterprise. This position offers not only a competitive compensation package and full benefits—including medical, vision, and dental coverage—but also the chance to make a significant impact within a respected, industry-leading organization.
Join a team recognized for its commitment to employee success and professional growth, with a proven track record in the staffing industry and a supportive work environment. Leverage your expertise to help deliver high-value data solutions that drive operational excellence and business intelligence across global markets.
Lead Data Platform Engineer - Summary- Lead advanced data platform and cloud architecture initiatives with a focus on AWS environments.
- Support end-to-end modernization efforts for big data processes within a global enterprise context.
- Utilize bilingual English and Chinese language skills to collaborate across international teams.
- Drive innovation and standardization of cloud data solutions, ensuring scalability and security.
- Provide technical leadership and direction for cloud-based data platform projects.
- Guide teams in the execution of cloud solutions architecture, automation, operational support, and deployment.
- Build, test, and optimize data processes aligned with business needs and platform strategy.
- Deploy and manage big data applications using AWS services and open-source technologies.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners to design and maintain scalable and secure cloud data solutions.
- Drive cloud strategy, roadmap planning, and delivery leadership for enterprise data platforms.
- Mentor and train engineering teams, promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program.
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development.
- Recognition as a top employer and award-winning staffing organization.
- Extensive experience working in AWS environments, with a focus on cloud and big data technologies.
- Proficiency in both English and Chinese languages for effective global collaboration.
- In-depth knowledge of AWS components, open-source cloud provisioning tools, and CI/CD processes.
- Experience configuring and tuning Informatica.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams directly or through subordinate leaders.
- Proven success in managing large-scale projects and developing multi-year technology roadmaps.
- Results-oriented technical leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Bilingual in English and Chinese, with a global mindset and cross-cultural collaboration experience.
- Skilled in AWS cloud architecture, automation, and big data modernization.
- Experienced in mentoring and developing engineering talent within high-performing teams.
- Adaptable, strategic thinker with a passion for driving digital transformation in enterprise environments.
- Remote opportunity allows for flexibility and work-life balance.
- Join an organization recognized for industry excellence and employee satisfaction.
- Supportive work environment with dedicated engagement management.
- Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The organization is committed to equal opportunity employment and complies with all applicable civil rights laws and regulations.
Take the next step in your career as a Lead Data Platform Engineer by clicking the job application button and joining a forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation and excellence.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.