Lead Data Platform Engineer

Job overview

The Lead Data Platform Engineer role is hybrid and based at Hamilton Beach Brands’ headquarters in Glen Allen, VA. Annual salary is $116,000–$140,000. The role leads data warehouse modernization and supports the Data Analytics, Reporting & AI Enablement team.

What you'll do

• Lead migration from legacy SSIS packages to T-SQL, Azure SQL, and Azure Data Factory
• build data pipelines using T-SQL, Python/PySpark, Azure Data Factory, and Microsoft Fabric
• shape Fabric and OneLake architecture
• optimize platform performance and cost
• mentor two Data Analysts
• apply generative AI tools and build secure MCP servers and workflows
• maintain production reporting pipelines
• partner across IT and business teams
• and establish governance, documentation, and access controls.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead data platform engineer

glen allen va

hamilton beach brands

hybrid

full-time

$116k–$140k

microsoft fabric

azure data factory

azure sql

python

pyspark

data warehouse modernization

ai engineering

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• HSA contributions
• 401(k) with immediate vesting
• profit sharing
• paid vacation and holidays
• paid charitable day
• summer hours
• employee product discounts.

Why this role

The role combines hands-on engineering leadership, data warehouse modernization, production pipeline ownership, and AI-enabled engineering. The posting requires 7+ years in data engineering, including at least two years in a lead, mentoring, or people-management role.

About the employer

Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services. Sector: 51.