[Remote] Lead Data Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. EXL is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to build and maintain scalable data pipelines and data platforms that support analytics and business intelligence. This hands-on role involves collaborating with data architects and business stakeholders to develop reliable data solutions and ensure high-quality data availability across the organization.ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with client stakeholders to gather requirements, structure solutions, and ensure high‑quality, timely deliveryExperience working in the Databricks tech stack with strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and PySparkDesign and optimize data models, data marts, and Lakehouse/warehouse layers with strong focus on medallion architecture, query optimization, and performance engineeringBuild, orchestrate, and monitor scalable data pipelines on Databricks, ensuring reliable ingestion, transformation, CDC handling, and incremental load strategiesManage end‑to‑end pipeline operations including performance tuning, data quality monitoring, alerting, and issue resolution across production workloadsLead a project team of data engineers supporting multiple workstreams and provide technical leadership through code reviews, best‑practice guidance, reusable pattern creation, and mentorship to engineering team membersPrepare and maintain project documentation to support project execution and deliverySkills6-8 years' experience in data engineering and analytics rolesBachelor's or Master's degree in analytics, computer science/engineering, economics, mathematics, or related areasExperience building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelinesSolid understanding of data warehousing concepts and dimensional data modelingFamiliarity with workflow orchestration tools such as Airflow or similarExperience working with cloud data platforms or modern data infrastructureEntrepreneurial hands-on approach to work. Demonstrated leadership ability and willingness to take initiativeSuperior analytical and problem solving skillsOutstanding written and verbal communication skillsEffective time management and attention to detailHands on experience in using SQL, Python and Workflow Schedulers (Apache Airflow, Cron)Experience in leading team and coordinating with internal / external stakeholdersExperience in using Cloud Platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure)Experience in using Visualization tools (Tableau / Power BI)Experience with Big Data Technologies (Hadoop, Hive, Hbase, Pig, Spark, etc.)Company OverviewEXL is a provider of Transformation and Outsourcing services to Global 1000 companies in multiple industries It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.exlservice.com.Company H1B SponsorshipEXL has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 1 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.