Staff Engineer

Staff Engineer Up to £170,000 Hybrid - London (3x days per week) This is a rare opportunity to shape the technical backbone of a multi-entity data group undergoing significant transformation. You will operate at the intersection of engineering and strategy, building a unified AI-native data layer while working closely with executive leadership. The role offers high autonomy, direct influence on architectural direction, and the chance to hire and lead a small, high-impact team.The Company They are a data-focused organisation with several specialist businesses, each operating its own technology stack and culture. The strategic goal is to unify these into a single, scalable data and AI platform. Backed by investment and growth through acquisition, they are building a modern data intelligence layer that enables better product delivery and commercial performance. The environment is pragmatic, delivery-focused, and driven by technical excellence.The Role You will take ownership of building the group''s shared data platform and AI-native architecture. You will contribute both strategically and hands-on, with a strong focus on delivery and impact.Design and build a unified data layer, including entity graph, provenance, quality, and APIsDeliver production-ready systems and modern APIs that connect data across multiple business unitsLead the technical integration of acquisitions, including data, access, and observabilityHire and grow a small team of AI-native engineers, driving a ..... full job details .....