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I'm partnering with a leading organisation on a unique opportunity for a Head of Data Engineering to spearhead the development of cutting-edge data solutions at scale. This role offers the chance to design and deliver a state-of-the-art data mesh architecture, enabling decentralised, self-serve data products across multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

As Head of Data Engineering, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the company's data vision and strategy. You will:

• Define and drive the vision for data engineering and delivery, setting high standards across the function.
• Lead and mentor high-performing teams, fostering innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Design, build, and deliver scalable, secure, and reliable data products that empower data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to shape and deliver the engineering roadmap.
• Champion modern cloud practices, embedding a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement.
• Stay ahead of industry trends to ensure the organisation remains at the forefront of data technology.

Key Experience Needed

We're looking for an inspiring leader with the vision and technical expertise to make a real impact. You'll bring:

• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms - All Cloud platforms are great for this role.
• Solid experience in data modelling, design, and cloud-based data migrations.
• A track record of defining and upholding engineering standards aligned with business strategy.
• An inclusive, growth-focused leadership style with a passion for mentoring and developing diverse teams.
• (Desirable) Familiarity with data mesh principles and AI-driven automation.
• (Desirable) Experience managing large-scale change, budgets, and resource allocation.

The role is offering a salary of up to £146,000 per annum and comes with a wealth of benefits including a 15% annual bonus, enhanced pension contributions, a share save scheme, and up to 30 days of holiday plus bank holidays.

The role is required to be in the Manchester office 2 days a week.

Please apply within if you would like to be considered.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Data Infrastructure and Analytics

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