Head of Data Engineering

Wyatt Partners; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Media & Advertising business seeks a Head of Data Engineering to develop their Data Platform and lead a talented team. This rare opportunity involves overseeing critical data operations and driving business growth through effective data strategies. Ideal candidates will possess deep expertise in data architecture, cloud technologies like AWS, and experience in the advertising sector.

Qualifications

• Technical background in Data Engineering & Architecture is crucial.
• Deep understanding of Modern Data Architecture and Data Modelling required.
• Experience leading, managing, and hiring teams is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a sizable team developing the Data Platform for key business operations.
• Tasked from Day 1 with strategy and execution for a new business vertical.
• Ensure delivery on a vision and manage the performance of the team.

Skills

Data Engineering

Data Architecture

Modern Data Architecture

Data Modelling

Cloud (AWS)

Snowflake

Team Management

Job description

We have been retained to hire a Head of Data Engineering for one of the biggest Media & Advertising businesses in the country.

If you are interested or know anyone that might be please do get in touch.

The role worksat the intersection of Digital Ad Exchanges, Real Time Data, unique first party data, self serve ad platforms + much more.

From Day 1 you’ll be tasked with leading a good sized team developing the Data Platform sitting behind a large portion of the businesses operations, + a new business vertical expected to grab $billion dollars worth of marketshare.

To be a credible candidate we are looking for:

• A technical background in Data Engineering & Data Architecture
• Deep understanding of Modern Data Architecture and Data Modelling
• Experience with cloud (ideally AWS) & Snowflake (ideally)
• Experience of leading, managing and hiring for teams
• Delivering on a plan/vision
• Experience in Media & Advertising a bonus

This is a rare opportunity offering someone the ability to take over what is an already talented team of Data Engineers, Architects & Analytics Engineers, and the responsibility for Developing the Data Platform that powers the most important functions within the company.