Data Engineering Manager

Data Engineering Manager - London

London | Hybrid - Monday to Thursday in the office. Friday work from home
Salary | -85,00095,000 dependent on experience
Ref J13149

A fast-growing AI SaaS platform company is seeking a hands-on Data Engineering Manager to lead and grow its Data Engineering function. This is an opportunity to build and develop a high-performing team, shape technical direction and establish engineering best practice, while remaining closely involved in the design and delivery of the cloud-based data platform that powers innovative AI products.

Working alongside Product, AI and Platform teams, you''ll influence the technical roadmap, mentor engineers and help build a scalable engineering capability that will support the next phase of the company''s growth. As the business expands, so too will the scope and responsibility of this role.

What you''ll be doing
-Leading, mentoring and growing a team of Data Engineers
-Designing and building scalable data pipelines and cloud based data platforms
-Developing robust ETL and ELT solutions using Python and SQL
-Defining engineering standards, data models and best practice
-Driving CI/CD, automation and modern engineering practices
-Collaborating with AI engineers to productionise machine learning and AI solutions
-Exploring how AI can enhance engineering productivity, quality and delivery

What you''ll bring
-Strong experience with Python and SQL
-Expertise building modern data platforms on Azure, AWS or GCP
-Strong ETL and ELT engineering experience
-Data modelling and data warehousing expertise
-CI/CD, Git and engineering best practice
-Previous experience leading, mentoring or developing engineers

Why join?
-Build and shape a Data Engineering function from the ground up, with the opportunity to grow into the future Head of Data Engineering as the team expands.
-Stay technically hands on while leading a high performing team
-Work on innovative AI and data products solving real business challenges
-Collaborate with experienced engineers, architects and AI specialists in a supportive environment where ideas are valued and learning is encouraged

If you''re looking for a role where you can influence technical direction, build great engineering practices and remain close to the technology, we want to hear from you.

For more information make an application today!

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