Data Engineer, VP

This senior leadership position sits within Preqin's Data Engineering/BI team, at the heart of our mission to revolutionise private markets data and technology. As Vice President, you will report directly to the Director and play a pivotal role in building and scaling our data infrastructure and analytics capabilities.

You will combine deep technical expertise with strong business-facing skills, ensuring our data solutions are robust, innovative, and closely aligned with organisational goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across Preqin's Data Engineering/BI team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Architect and oversee the development of scalable, reliable data pipelines and analytics platforms, with a strong focus on Snowflake, SQL, and Python.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate strategic objectives into actionable data initiatives, ensuring alignment with Preqin's and BlackRock's broader vision.

• Champion best practices in data management, governance, and security, leveraging automation, cloud technologies, and modern engineering principles.

• Drive the adoption of advanced analytics and AI/ML solutions, integrating technical innovation with business value.

• Manage stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear communication of technical concepts and data-driven strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Oversee project delivery, prioritising work based on business impact and data-driven insights.

• Promote a collaborative environment, bridging the gap between technical and business teams.

• Proven experience in a senior data leadership or principal technical role, with hands-on expertise in Snowflake, SQL, and Python.

• Strong track record of working with data engineers and BI analysts.

• Deep understanding of data architecture, pipeline design (preferrably DBT), and cloud platforms (Azure or AWS preferred).

• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels, with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience in business analysis, stakeholder management, and translating business requirements into technical solutions.

• Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach and a passion for innovation.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, balancing long-term vision with immediate business needs.

• Prior experience with AI/ML projects, infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform), and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.

Nice to Have

• Experience with global teams and multi-language environments.

• Exposure to Kubernetes and advanced observability practices.

To help you stay energized, engaged and inspired, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax, recharge and be there for the people you care about.

BlackRock's hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees, while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week, with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person - aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner, you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock. **About BlackRock** At BlackRock, we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients, and the people they serve, are saving for retirement, paying for their children's educations, buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress. This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment - the one we make in our employees. It's why we're dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed, valued and supported with networks, benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.