Lead Data Engineer

Our client, a leading global provider of technology, engineering, and consulting services, is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their team. As a Lead Data Engineer, you will be part of the Data Transformation Department supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive mindset, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Lead Data Engineer (FTE)

Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

Pay Range: $135,000 - $175,000

What's the Job?

• Oversee the end-to-end migration of Teradata workloads to Azure/Databricks, ensuring seamless transition across multiple business domains such as gaming, loyalty, and resort operations.
• Coordinate delivery teams, stakeholders, and technology partners to modernize the data ecosystem supporting guest personalization, revenue optimization, and enterprise analytics.
• Establish and maintain disciplined delivery governance aligned with client’s PMO, including risk management, status reporting, and operational readiness.
• Guide technical teams in migration planning, execution, and alignment to target-state Azure data architecture, including Data Lake Storage and secure data-sharing patterns.
• Drive data profiling, validation, and KPI alignment to ensure data quality and support business confidence in analytics outputs.

What's Needed?

• Proven experience leading large-scale Teradata modernization, migration, or decommissioning programs in complex enterprise environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Azure data services, including Azure Data Lake Storage, and experience with Azure Databricks and Spark-based engineering.
• Excellent SQL skills with the ability to guide teams through data profiling, transformation, and reconciliation processes.
• Experience managing multi-workstream delivery programs with onshore and offshore teams, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
• Exceptional communication skills, capable of translating complex technical topics into clear, business-friendly language for senior leadership.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to lead high-impact data transformation initiatives in a dynamic industry environment.
• Work with cutting-edge cloud technologies and innovative data architectures.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders across multiple domains.
• Enhance your leadership and technical skills in a challenging and rewarding setting.
• Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to digital transformation and data excellence.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.