Data Engineering Manager (UK Remote)

VC Evidensia UK; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Learning and development programs

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted staff pet care

Job summary

A leading veterinary care group in the UK is seeking a Data Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team in delivering high-quality data products and transitioning to a Databricks Lakehouse platform. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in data engineering, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record in managing teams to deliver valuable outcomes. This role allows for flexible working and offers a collaborative culture focused on continuous learning and improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven leader with experience managing engineering teams.
• Strong background in delivering data products.
• Deep understanding of data engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing Data Engineering team in data product delivery.
• Drive technical direction and decision-making within the team.
• Partner with Product Managers to define priorities and manage roadmaps.

Skills

Leadership

Data product delivery

Communication

Empathy

Agile mindset

Tools

Azure Databricks

SQL Warehouse

Job description

IVCEvidensiais the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVCEvidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

As part of Central Functions, you will be part of the teams that support and enable our network of over 2,500 practices across 20 countries, driving operational excellence, innovation, and strategic impact across the business.

Our Technology teams are responsible for the systems and infrastructure that make that work - everything our healthcare professionals need to deliver world-class care. From keeping on top of patient records, health plans, client communications, diary management and dispensing, our teams have a lot to think about and need smarter ways to provide the convenience and expertise that modern Pet owners have come to expect.

Team

Join our growing Data function as we modernise our entire data ecosystem and transition from a traditional SQL data warehouse to a cutting‑edge Databricks Lakehouse architecture. You’ll lead a high‑performing Data Engineering team (typically 4–8 engineers), working closely with Product Managers, Architects, Infrastructure, Service teams, and regional data partners to deliver a federated data platform that powers insight and innovation across the organisation.

As part of the wider Technology group, you’ll report into the VP of Software Engineering and collaborate regularly with senior stakeholders. This is a key leadership role shaping how we build, deliver, and evolve our data products.

What will you be doing?

As our Data Engineering Manager, you'll lead a high‑performing team to deliver reliable, high‑quality data products and drive our transition to a modern Databricks Lakehouse platform.

Lead & develop the team - build a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement, with clear coaching and performance support.

Own delivery & outcomes - ensure the team ships valuable data products in small, frequent increments, with clear visibility of progress, risks, and quality.

Drive technical direction - guide engineering decisions, support trade‑offs, and maintain the health, reliability, and observability of our data systems.

Improve ways of working - champion outcome‑focused, pragmatic processes that help the team move faster and safer, using metrics and feedback to evolve how you work.

Partner with Product - work closely with Product Managers to shape roadmaps, define priorities, and balance short‑term delivery with long‑term platform health.

What are we looking for?

A proven leader who can build, support, and challenge a high‑performing engineering team.

Strong experience delivering data products in modern data platforms (SQL Warehouse & Azure Databricks Lakehouse).

A track record of managing delivery, guiding engineering decisions, and driving measurable outcomes.

Deep understanding of data engineering, platform reliability, and best‑practice ways of working.

Someone who balances empathy with high standards, and creates a culture where people do their best work.

Exceptional communication skills — clear, honest, and able to influence at all levels.

A mindset focused on value, quality, and iterative delivery.

What’sin it for you?

At IVCEvidensia,we’recommitted to supporting your development and wellbeing.

When you join us,you’llbenefitfrom:

A role withreal businessimpact supporting teams across theorganisation

Clear career pathways with progression opportunities within Central Functions and beyond

Ongoing learning and development supported by tailoredprogrammesand resources

A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, innovation, and continuous improvement

Flexible working with a remote first working policy

Cycle to Work scheme

Green Cars salary sacrifice scheme

Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of benefits to suit you

Discounted staff pet care

Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers

Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging

At IVCEvidensiawe are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion andBelonging,we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

IVC Evidensia UK

IVC Evidensia, The Chocolate Factory, Keynsham, BS31 2AU, United Kingdom

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Jake Nicholls from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.