Head of Data Engineering

JR United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks a visionary Head of Data Engineering to shape their data platform strategy. This role involves leading a skilled team, leveraging Azure technologies, and driving innovation in data-driven products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data engineering and leadership, contributing to a dynamic environment that fosters growth and impactful changes.

Benefits

Competitive salary + car allowance and bonus

Flexible hybrid working model

Pension scheme up to 8% employer contribution

Access to insurance and other benefits

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data engineering, with 4+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven experience with Azure services.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Tech Leads and engineering squads.
• Define and implement a robust data platform using Azure Cloud technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact, data-centric products.

Skills

Leadership

Data Architecture

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Cloud Technologies

Tools

Azure Data Factory

Azure Synapse

Azure Data Lake

SQL Database

Job description

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Are you a visionary leader with a passion for data? Join our innovative client as their Head of Data Engineering, where you'll drive their data platform strategy, mentor top-tier engineering talent, and shape the future of their data-driven products.

What you'll do:

• Lead and develop a team of Tech Leads and engineering squads.
• Define and implement a robust data platform using Azure Cloud technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact, data-centric products.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and governance across the organization.

What they're looking for:

• 10+ years in data engineering, with 4+ years in senior leadership.
• Proven experience with Azure services (Data Factory, Synapse, Data Lake, SQL Database).
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid understanding of data architecture, modeling, and distributed systems.
• Be part of a dynamic, innovative, and collaborative team.
• Lead exciting projects that leverage AI and machine learning.
• Drive impactful change in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive salary + car allowance and bonus
• Flexible hybrid working model
• Pension scheme up to 8% employer contribution
• Access to various other benefits including insurance, cycle to work scheme & subsidised gym membership

This role will require you to travel to Stratford Upon Avon once per week, and Europe once per quarter.