Head of Data Engineering

Devonshire Hayes
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
16 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior

Job location

Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Java
Artificial Intelligence
Airflow
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Software as a Service
Cloud Computing
Computer Programming
Information Engineering
Data Governance
Python
TensorFlow
Google Cloud Platform
PyTorch
Snowflake
Spark
Data Strategy
Scikit Learn
Information Technology
Data Management
Data Pipelines

Job description

Head of Data Engineering - (Data & AI)We are seeking a dynamic and lead our data and artificial intelligence capabilities for our B2B regulatory technology SaaS platform. In this pivotal role, you will drive the vision and execution of our data strategy, ensuring robust data foundations to power innovative, data-driven products for the highly regulated industries we serve.

Requirements

Proven experience in engineering management, with a focus on building and scaling data teams in a SaaS or technology-driven environment.

Hands-on expertise in modern data engineering practices, cloud data platforms, and the full data lifecycle (ingestion, processing, modelling, analytics, and ML/AI deployment).

Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, and experience with data pipeline frameworks (e.g., Spark, Airflow, dbt) and cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

A track record of delivering innovative, data-driven products from concept to production, ideally in a regulated industry (finance, legal, compliance, etc.).

Deep understanding of data governance, quality, security, and privacy standards.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.

Experience working with product management and subject-matter experts to shape product strategy and deliver impactful solutions.

A passion for developing talent, fostering a high-performance culture, and leading by example.

Nice to have

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and deploying models in production environments.

Other Requirements

Familiarity with regulatory technology and compliance requirements.

Experience in a fast-paced, scale-up, or start-up environment.

Experience working with Snowflake cloud data platform.

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