Data Engineering Manager | Azure | SQL | Python | Team Leadership

Hybrid Working 3 Days Office / 2 Days Remote
Competitive Salary + Benefits

We're partnering with a market-leading, highly regulated organisation to recruit a newly created Data Engineering Manager position. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on data engineering leader to take ownership of a growing data function, leading a team while remaining actively involved in technical delivery.

Acting as the bridge between senior leadership and the data team, you'll be responsible for the data engineering roadmap, platform development, engineering standards, and delivery capability. This is a genuine player-coach role, with a roughly 60/40 split between hands-on engineering and leadership responsibilities.

The Role
Lead and develop a team of Data Engineers and Data Analysts
Own the data engineering function, platform roadmap, and delivery priorities
Design, build, and optimise data pipelines, integrations, and warehouse solutions
Drive best practice across SQL, Python, data modelling, and engineering standards
Improve platform reliability, performance, and scalability
Lead data quality, monitoring, and observability initiatives
Work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver data-driven outcomes
Evaluate new tools, technologies, and future platform requirements

Technology
Microsoft Azure
SQL
Python
Data Warehousing
Data Integrations & Backend Engineering

The business takes a pragmatic approach to technology and is increasingly leveraging AI-assisted development practices to accelerate delivery.

About You
Strong Data Engineering experience with ownership of data platforms or warehouses
Advanced SQL and Python skills
Experience working within Azure environments
Previous team leadership or mentoring experience
Strong understanding of data architecture, engineering best practices, and data quality
Comfortable working with legacy source systems and improving data reliability
Able to communicate effectively with both technical and business stakeholders

Why Apply?
Newly created role with significant ownership and influence
Opportunity to shape the future of the data platform and engineering function
Strong mix of leadership and hands-on technical work
Direct exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making
Fast-paced environment with genuine investment in data and technology

This role would suit a Lead Data Engineer, Principal Data Engineer, or hands-on Data Engineering Manager looking to make a significant impact within a growing organisation.

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