Forward-Deployed Data Engineering Senior Manager

Accenture; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Data Engineering Senior Manager in London to lead deployment teams, architect data solutions, and deliver client outcomes using Palantir Foundry and related tools. You will own strategy across client engagements, work closely with executives, and drive transformative data projects.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced data engineering knowledge, and a proven ability to manage complex client environments with a focus on measurable impact.

Qualifications

• Strategic mindset with strong client relationship awareness.
• Problem solving: decompose complex use cases and architect solutions.
• Fluency in Python, SQL, TypeScript and/or React; strong data engineering know-how.
• Palantir Foundry, Gotham or similar familiarity is preferred; willingness to learn.
• High EQ and curiosity to manage client expectations and drive outcomes.
• Impactful communication to lead demos and translate technical detail for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Delivery: own client discovery, analysis, and advisory.
• End-to-End Delivery: lead deployment teams; Palantir tooling and code repos.
• Lead Client Advisory: translate technical language for stakeholders.
• AI Integration: embed AI workflows into existing apps.
• APBG/Decho Labs: contribute to internal products and share learnings.
• Innate Collaboration: manage teams and uplift peers through reviews.

Skills

Python

SQL

TypeScript

REACT

Palantir Foundry

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Data Engineering Senior Manager in London to lead deployment teams, architect data solutions, and deliver client outcomes using Palantir Foundry and related tools. You will own strategy across client engagements, work closely with executives, and drive transformative data projects.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced data engineering knowledge, and a proven ability to manage complex client environments with a focus on measurable impact.