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Principal Data Engineer

Macquarie Global Services
parental leave, remote work
United States, New York, New York
125 West 55th Street (Show on map)
Dec 20, 2025
Our Data Platforms team enables Macquarie to unlock the power of information across our global operations. We design and deliver robust, scalable solutions that support data-driven decision making, innovation, and operational excellence throughout the organisation. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes. What role will you play? Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility As a Principal Engineer, you will provide senior technical leadership within the Data Platforms space, shaping the future of our data architecture. You will set the technical vision, guide platform decisions, and address complex challenges, ensuring our solutions are reliable and high performing. Your expertise will foster a culture of innovation, mentoring other engineers and championing best practices. You will play a key role in evaluating and implementing emerging data engineering frameworks, supporting Macquarie's commitment to continuous improvement. What you offer Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Extensive experience designing, building, and managing large-scale data platforms, such as data lakes, warehouses, or integration hubs A proven record of strategic technical leadership, making impactful architectural decisions that influence organisational direction Deep knowledge of modern data technologies (such as Spark, Presto, or BigQuery), cloud data services (with a preference for Google Cloud Platform), and contemporary data integration patterns Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to present complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences Experience driving innovation and managing change within large, regulated environments, ideally within financial services. We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. What we offer Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility At Macquarie, you're empowered to shape a career that's rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on employment type, include: 1 wellbeing leave day per year Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year Up to 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks' paid leave for non-primary caregivers 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching Up to 12 months' gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks' paid leave Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations Access to a wide range of salary packaging options Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role Reimbursement for work from home equipment About Banking and Financial Services Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Banking and Financial Services is our technology-driven retail bank. You will be part of a team that supports clients to achieve their full potential - whether that's buying a home, growing a business or investing to manage wealth. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities, including race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, gender (including gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, parental, caregiving or family status, family and domestic violence status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disability, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process. To learn more, contact our team by clicking here. Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and through working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know in the application process.