Head of Data Engineering

Harnham - Data & Analytics Recruitment; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services group in the West Midlands is seeking a Head of Data Engineering to lead their transformation to Azure cloud technologies. You will oversee a large team and manage critical projects aimed at modernization. The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience, deep expertise in SQL Server, and a strategic mindset. This is a hybrid role offering a competitive salary of £120,000 - £130,000 plus car allowance and bonuses.

Benefits

Car allowance

Exceptional bonus and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of large data engineering teams (UK and offshore).
• Deep expertise in SQL Server and experience migrating to Azure cloud.
• Experience managing third-party partners/vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead the data platform transformation and migration from legacy systems to Azure.
• Oversee delivery of critical regulatory and treasury projects.
• Mentor teams on technical delivery and ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

Leadership of data engineering teams

Expertise in SQL Server

Experience with Azure cloud

Managing third-party partners

Mentoring technical teams

Strategic delivery-focused mindset

Tools

Azure Data Stack

Job description

Head of Data Engineering

Location: West Midlands Hybrid Policy : 3 days per week in the office (flexible on which days) Salary : £120,000 - £130,000 + £7,500 car allowance + exceptional bonus & benefits

An established, financial services group is on the lookout for a Head of Data Engineering to lead their data platform transformation - a critical migration from legacy systems (SQL Server) to modern Azure cloud technologies.

You'll oversee a 40-person team of engineers (across the UK and offshore), guide delivery of critical regulatory and treasury projects, and work closely with senior leaders to ensure smooth delivery and long-term modernization. This is a hands‑on leadership role - ideal for someone who thrives in both strategy and delivery.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven leadership of large data engineering teams (UK and offshore)
• Deep expertise in SQL Server, and experience migrating to Azure cloud
• Experience managing third‑party partners / vendors
• Ability to stay hands‑on to mentor teams on technical delivery
• Background in the banking / financial services sector
• Strategic mindset with a delivery‑focused leadership style

Tech Environment

Azure Data Stack (Synapse, Databricks, Azure SQL, Power ...