Data Engineering Manager

Lorien; Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Manchester is seeking an experienced Data Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team. You will drive the design and delivery of a scalable data platform while ensuring it supports analytics and machine learning initiatives. The ideal candidate has extensive data engineering experience and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary of £90,000 plus bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a data engineering leadership or management role.
• Strong technical proficiency in data modelling and data warehousing.
• Hands-on experience with AWS Redshift, Glue, or EMR.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of a scalable data platform.
• Manage and mentor a team of data engineers.
• Translate business needs into technical solutions.

Skills

Data engineering experience

Technical leadership

Data modelling

Cloud data services (AWS Redshift, Glue, EMR)

Programming in Python

SQL proficiency

Job description

Data Engineering Manager – Central Manchester – Salary £90,000 + Bonus

Data Engineering Manager – Central Manchester – Salary £90,000 + Bonus

The Company: Lorien are working with a client who put technology at the heart of operations. As they continue to invest heavily in data capabilities, we’re looking for a Data Engineering Manager to lead a high‑performing team and shape the future of their data platform.

The Role: This is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving the design, development, and delivery of a scalable and robust data platform. You’ll manage and mentor a team of data engineers, ensuring the platform supports business intelligence, analytics, and machine learning initiatives across the organisation. You’ll work closely with product managers, data scientists, and senior stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions, while championing best practices in data governance, security, and performance.

Skill Requirements

• Proven experience in data engineering, with 2+ years in a technical leadership or management role
• Strong technical proficiency in data modelling, data warehousing, and distributed systems
• Hands‑on experience with cloud data services (AWS Redshift, Glue, EMR or equivalent)
• Solid programming skills in Python and SQL

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