Head of Data Engineering in London

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Data Engineering to lead our dynamic Data Engineering Team. The successful candidate will oversee a team of approximately 40 Data Engineers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality data solutions and driving the strategic direction of our Data Engineering efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of 40 Data Engineers, providing mentorship, guidance, and career development.
• Develop and implement data engineering strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of scalable data pipelines and architectures.
• Collaborate with cross‐functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and IT, to ensure seamless data integration and utilization.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data engineering projects.
• Lead presales activities, including client presentations, proposal development, and solution demonstrations.
• Stay up‐to‐date with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive innovation within the team.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the data engineering team.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in data engineering or a related field, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing large teams and complex data engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of data architecture, data modeling, and ETL / ELT processes.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala.
• Experience with big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Excellent problem‐solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.

Who we are:

We're a business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and we undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Our advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects. Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well‐being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation.

What we'll offer you:

We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensures that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also proud to be a Disability Confident, Committed Employer – we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long‐term health conditions which impact their ability to perform normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities.