Data Platform & Products Leader — Hybrid Role

British Red Cross; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 76,760 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

36 days annual leave

Up to 6% contributory pension

Career and learning opportunities

Employee discounts

Cycle2Work scheme

Job summary

A well-known non-profit organization in the UK seeks a Head of Data Products, Engineering & Architecture to set strategic direction and oversee data technology landscapes. The role involves collaborating with senior leadership and driving improvements in data products and technologies. Applicants should possess strong skills in data platforms like DataBricks and insight tools such as Power BI and Tableau. Flexibility and a commitment to diversity are central to the organization's goals.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to influence and manage upwards.
• A strategic thinker capable of galvanising change.
• Strong communication skills for non-technical audiences.
• Extensive knowledge of data platform technologies.
• Proven record in leading senior data roles.

Responsibilities

• Establish the data and insight technology strategy.
• Represent data technology at senior levels.
• Provide oversight of the data technology ecosystem.
• Accountable for managing the budget and talent strategy.

Skills

Influencing and managing upwards

Strategic thinking

Communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Data platform technology expertise

Experience with insight tools

Leading change in data leadership

Building business partnerships

Managing high-performing teams

Tools

DataBricks

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

A well-known non-profit organization in the UK seeks a Head of Data Products, Engineering & Architecture to set strategic direction and oversee data technology landscapes. The role involves collaborating with senior leadership and driving improvements in data products and technologies. Applicants should possess strong skills in data platforms like DataBricks and insight tools such as Power BI and Tableau. Flexibility and a commitment to diversity are central to the organization's goals.