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Lead Data Platform Engineer

POSTED 9/22/2026

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Job Description


We're looking for a Lead Data Platform Engineer to play a critical role in designing, optimizing, and governing enterprise-scale data and analytics platforms. In this role, you'll provide technical leadership while helping shape the future of data infrastructure across cloud and analytics environments.

  • Pay Rate Range: $65-70/HR on W2 ONLY

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure and platform services across AWS, Snowflake, Tableau, MicroStrategy, Airflow, Datameer, and more
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable, automated deployments
  • Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives using Terraform and CloudFormation
  • Improve platform reliability through monitoring, alerting, logging, and incident response
  • Optimize performance, scalability, security, and cloud spend
  • Partner closely with Data Engineering, Analytics, and cross-functional teams to enable efficient data workflows
  • Mentor engineers, establish platform standards, and provide technical leadership across the organization

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or related experience
  • Deep expertise with Snowflake, Tableau, and MicroStrategy administration and support
  • Strong AWS knowledge, including EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, IAM, CloudWatch, and VPC
  • Hands-on experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes
  • Experience supporting analytics and data platforms, including Airflow and Datameer
  • Strong scripting skills using Python, PySpark, Bash, or similar technologies
  • Passion for solving complex technical challenges and enabling data-driven decision-making

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with data warehouse technologies such as Snowflake or Redshift
  • Knowledge of cloud security, compliance, secrets management, and cost optimization
  • Exposure to AI/ML platform deployments and MLOps practices
  • Experience working within retail, eCommerce, or consumer-focused environments

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today. 

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers - which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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Job Snapshot

EMPLOYEE TYPE:
Contract

WORPLACE:
Hybrid

LOCATION:
Plano, TX

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