About this role
Lead Data Engineer (AWS / PLSQL / PL/PGSQL)
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
Full Time
Manager/Supervisor
Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Location: Pakistan (Lahore / Karachi / Islamabad) – Hybrid
Role Overview
We are looking for a Lead Data Engineer with strong expertise in AWS and database technologies (Oracle PL/SQL, PostgreSQL PL/pgSQL, Amazon Redshift). The ideal candidate will lead the design, development, and optimization of scalable data platforms and drive enterprise-level data engineering initiatives.
Experience
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10+ years of experience in Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, and Database Development
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Primary Skills
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AWS Data Engineering, Data Architecture, Data Warehousing, SQL Development
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Technologies
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Must Have: Redshift, Oracle PL/SQL, PostgreSQL PL/pgSQL
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Nice to Have: AWS (S3, Lambda), SQL, ETL/ELT, Data Modeling, Query Optimization, Performance Tuning, Linux/Unix, Git, CI/CD
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the architecture and implementation of data pipelines and data warehouse solutions on AWS
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Design and optimize Amazon Redshift-based analytics platforms
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Develop and review complex PL/SQL and PL/pgSQL procedures, functions, and scripts
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Drive data migration and transformation across Oracle, PostgreSQL, and Redshift environments
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Implement performance tuning strategies including indexing, partitioning, and query optimization
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Establish best practices for data governance, security, and quality
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver data solutions
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Mentor engineers, conduct code reviews, and provide technical leadership
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Key Requirements
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Strong hands-on experience with AWS data ecosystem (Redshift, Glue, S3, Lambda)
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Advanced expertise in Oracle PL/SQL and PostgreSQL (PL/pgSQL)
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Proven experience in enterprise-scale data warehouse architecture
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Strong understanding of ETL/ELT frameworks and pipeline design
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Expertise in performance tuning and large-scale data processing
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Prior experience in technical leadership or mentoring roles