Data Engineering Manager / Edinburgh / Microsoft Gold Partner

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK-based consultancy seeks a passionate Data Engineering Manager to unlock the power of data. In this role, you will be pivotal in shaping data strategies, mentoring teams, and delivering innovative solutions using leading technologies, including Spark and Azure. With a competitive salary and flexible working model, this is a great opportunity for growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Hybrid work model

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Learning and Development budget

Life insurance

Private medical health insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Data Engineering experience.
• Experience in consultancy required.
• Proficient in Azure Data Services and Apache Spark.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex data engineering solutions.
• Mentor and grow dynamic teams.
• Design data pipelines and warehouses.

Skills

Data Engineering

Consultancy

Leadership

Data Modelling

ETL

Azure Data Services

Apache Spark

Education

Relevant data engineering certifications

Job description

Job Description

Are you a passionate Data Engineering Manager ready to unlock the power of data? Our client is a leading UK-based consultancy seeking a skilled professional to shape data strategies, mentor dynamic teams, and deliver cutting-edge solutions. With hands-on expertise in Spark, SQL, and cloud platforms like Azure, you’ll lead end-to-end projects, drive innovation, and collaborate with clients across industries.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead complex data engineering solutions with technical excellence.
• Mentor teams and foster a culture of growth and quality.
• Showcase your expertise in pre-sales and client workshops.
• Design data pipelines, lakes, and warehouses with best practices.

Skills They're Looking For:

• Proven Data Engineering experience (5+ years).
• Consultancy experience is a must.
• Leadership and multi-project environments experience.
• Expertise in ETL, data modelling, and Azure Data Services.
• Experience in designing and implementing data pipelines, data lakes, and data warehouses.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Spark and bonus points for Microsoft Fabric.
• Any certifications are a bonus.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary
• Hybrid work once a week into their Edinburgh office
• 25 days holiday (plus bank)
• Learning and Development budget towards certifications and exams
• Life insurance
• Private medical health insurance
• And much more!

Ready to make an impact? Submit your CV showcasing your experience and UK work eligibility (no sponsorship available). We’re an equal opportunity employer celebrating —join us!