Platforms and Engineering Manager

Saint Gobain Cristaleria, SL; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a BI Manager/Engineering Manager, where your leadership will drive data innovation and business impact. You'll lead a talented team, optimize data solutions using Azure, and bridge the gap between technical teams and stakeholders. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of data capabilities, contributing to a sustainable world, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you're passionate about data and ready to make a real difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing Data Engineers and BI Developers.
• Strong understanding of Azure data solutions and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional team of Data Engineers and BI Developers.
• Oversee design and optimization of data pipelines using Azure technologies.
• Champion data strategy and contribute to digital transformation goals.

Skills

Data Engineering

Leadership

Azure Data Platform

Power BI

SQL/Database Design

Data Modelling

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Job description

BI Manager/Engineering Manager - Maternity Cover

Location: Coventry or any of our other sites across UK. We have a hybrid working policy.

Saint-Gobain Digital - Data Team

Are you passionate about data engineering, leadership, and creating real business impact? Join Saint-Gobain Digital as a BI Manager/Engineering Manager and play a key role in shaping the future of our data capabilities.

As part of our Data Team, you’ll lead a talented group of Data Engineers and BI Developers, delivering performant, scalable, and secure data solutions across the Azure platform. You’ll be instrumental in driving our mission to "Make the World a Better Home" by supporting digital innovation through smart use of data.

What you’ll be doing:

1. Lead and manage a cross-functional team of Data Engineers and BI Developers, providing technical guidance and supporting people development.
2. Oversee the design, optimisation, and configuration of data pipelines and structures using Azure technologies.
3. Own the delivery planning of end-to-end data pipelines, ensuring alignment with business needs and data strategy.
4. Act as the bridge between the technical team and stakeholders, managing risks, costs, timelines, and communication.
5. Champion our data strategy across the business and contribute to Saint-Gobain’s broader digital transformation goals.
6. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and collaboration.

What we’re looking for:

1. Proven experience managing Data Engineers and/or BI Developers in a people leadership role.
2. Strong understanding of the Azure data platform – confident with cloud-based data solutions.
3. Hands-on experience with Power BI and a background in BI development.
4. Several years’ experience of SQL/database design and data modelling to develop data solutions, including database design.
5. Ability to understand and communicate how data drives business value.
6. Good understanding of current software development methodologies and lifecycle, including Data Modelling and Design.
7. A strategic thinker who understands how data creates real business value.

Join us at Saint-Gobain Digital, where you’ll help power the future of data, drive real change, and contribute to a more sustainable world.

About Us

Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and solutions that positively impact our lives and the planet. Our solutions are found in buildings, transportation, infrastructure, and industrial applications, addressing sustainable construction, resource efficiency, and climate change challenges.

Is this job for you?

We’re committed to diversity and welcome talented individuals regardless of background, abilities, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender, or other characteristics. We believe a diverse workplace fosters better decision-making and innovation.

What about flexibility?

We recognize the changing world of work and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements to meet individual needs. While we cannot guarantee all flexibility requests, we promise to listen and consider your requirements.