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Vistra

Lead Data Engineer

Irving, Texas

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Role family
Data & ML
Seniority
Lead / management
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
3 Oct 2026

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the posting

If you have what it takes to become part of the Vistra family and would like to start a promising career with a global leader, take a look at the exciting employment opportunities that are currently available and apply online.

Job Summary

As a Lead Data Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of complex data solutions and managing the organization's data infrastructure. You will work closely with data scientists, data analysts, and other data engineers to ensure data is processed, stored, and analyzed efficiently and accurately. You will need to have extensive technical skills and experience in designing and implementing large-scale data solutions.

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

Lead the design and implementation of complex data pipelines, ETL processes, and data warehousing solutions.

Build and manage databases and data models.

Develop and implement data integration and data transformation processes.

Collaborate with data scientists and data analysts to understand data requirements and provide data in the required format.

Ensure data accuracy, completeness, and integrity.

Optimize system performance and recommend improvements to optimize performance.

Implement and maintain data security measures.

Ensure compliance with data privacy and data governance policies.

Lead and mentor junior data engineers and provide technical guidance and support.

Evaluate new data technologies and make recommendations for implementation.

Manage projects and ensure timely delivery of data solutions.

Education, Experience, & Skill Requirements

7-9 years of experience in data engineering, data warehousing, and ETL processes.

Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Java, or SQL.

Extensive experience with database technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.

Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI .

Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, or Kafka. • Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills

Key Metrics

Understanding of data privacy and data governance policies.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to lead and manage projects.

Job Family

Data Analytics

Company

Vistra Corporate Services Company

Locations

Irving, Texas

Texas

We are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!

If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.

It is the policy of the Company to comply with all employment laws and to afford equal employment opportunity to individuals in all aspects of employment, including in selection for job opportunities, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, protected veteran status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance submitting an application or would like to request an accommodation, please email us at assistance@vistraenergy.com to make a request.

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