Head of Data Engineering

New Yesterday

Overview

We’re hiring a Head of Data Engineering to lead our combined Analytics and Data Engineering team, shaping the technical vision and driving AI-native delivery for 60+ high-growth clients.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of Data & Analytics Engineers
  • Define and execute the engineering roadmap with AI at the core
  • Integrate LLMs/GenAI across pipelines, dbt, documentation, and QA
  • Drive innovation through internal AI platforms, experiments, and service offerings
  • Ensure high-quality client delivery while translating AI efficiency gains into margin growth
  • Support business development with technical authority

Requirements

  • Proven experience leading engineering teams in consultancy or high-growth environments
  • Strong technical background in modern data engineering and analytics
  • Track record of applying AI/LLMs in practical, impactful ways
  • Modern Data Stack Experience with DBT and Snowflake is essential
  • Coaching mindset and ability to develop senior engineers
  • Commercial awareness of how technical decisions impact outcomes
  • Remote-first, with collaboration in London and Amsterdam
  • Significant equity upside
  • Learning budgets, wellness allowance, pension/retirement contributions
  • 25 days holiday

To apply or ask questions, contact zach.binge@lafosse.com

Join a first-of-its-kind AI-native data consultancy, where your leadership, code, and vision set new industry standards and redefine what modern consultancies can be.

Seniority level

  • Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Full-time

Job function

  • Information Technology

Industries

  • Staffing and Recruiting
  • Technology, Information and Media
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Location:
England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£125,000 - £150,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering