Lead Data Engineer

In this hands-on Lead Data Engineer position, you will be responsible for overseeing how data is connected, moved, and delivered across a complex enterprise technology environment within the transportation space. You will lead the teams and platforms that enable data to be collected from multiple systems, transformed reliably, and delivered as trusted data products that support reporting, analytics, and day‑to‑day business operations. Our client is headquartered in North Vancouver, British Columbia. The role is onsite initially to support onboarding and collaboration, and after the first 90 days, it qualifies for an optional hybrid work arrangement under the company’s flexible work policy. You will lead a small group of data engineers and integration specialists while also providing technical direction on architecture, tooling, and delivery practices. The role works closely with business leaders, IT partners, and vendors to ensure data solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with evolving business needs. This is a full‑time, permanent opportunity offering a competitive compensation package, paid time off, and comprehensive extended health and dental benefits. A key attraction of this role is the opportunity to take ownership of a modern Azure‑based data environment, influencing both the technical roadmap and how data is used across the organization. HOW TO APPLY A bit about myself - my name is Nathan Wawruck, and I am a recruitment consultant based in Vancouver, BC. I have over a decade of matching technology professionals to job opportunities, and I am always looking to connect with like-minded people in the Vancouver area. If you're interested in pursuing this role, please apply to this posting online, and contact me for an initial discussion. This is a chance for us to discuss specifics, such as the company name, the key hiring managers, and the more in-depth job requirements. This is also a great opportunity to talk about your overall career goals and preferences. We can even discuss other potential roles which may fit what you're looking for. Please find me on LinkedIn by searching my name: Nathan Wawruck REQUIREMENTS Here are some of the items that you'll bring to the table for this role: • You have 10+ years of data engineering experience working with data platforms and integrations in complex environments • You have experience leading technical teams • You understand how data systems connect, including APIs and data pipelines, within Azure environments • You have hands‑on experience building and supporting reliable, secure data integrations used in production • You are comfortable working with vendors and internal teams to turn business needs into practical data solutions • Experience with Databricks would be considered an asset for this role