Head of Data Platform & ML Strategy

Gymshark; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic fitness company in the UK seeks a Head of Data Platform to lead and develop their data platform and science teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data infrastructure and will be proficient in technologies like SQL and Python. This hybrid role requires a strong ability to influence and coach teams while aligning data strategies with business goals, providing significant opportunities for impact and growth.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunity

Funded healthcare benefit

25 days holiday plus birthday day off

Flexible benefits programme

Gymshark employee discount

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in data platforms, data infrastructure or operations.
• Strong knowledge of data platform technologies (SQL, Python, Terraform, GCP, Looker).
• Ability to influence senior decision makers.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing the data platform and data science teams.
• Developing a data strategy that aligns with business goals.
• Fostering a culture of continuous learning and belonging.

Skills

Data platform technologies

ML/AI capability building

Stakeholder management

Coaching and leadership

Data-driven insights

Tools

SQL

Python

Terraform

GCP

Looker

Job description

A dynamic fitness company in the UK seeks a Head of Data Platform to lead and develop their data platform and science teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data infrastructure and will be proficient in technologies like SQL and Python. This hybrid role requires a strong ability to influence and coach teams while aligning data strategies with business goals, providing significant opportunities for impact and growth.