> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2245970-head-of-data-engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2245970-head-of-data-engineering). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Head of Data Engineering - **Company:** Tenth Revolution Group - **Location:** West Midlands, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** £110,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Information Engineering, Microsoft Software, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Engineering, Databricks - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815068093-head-of-data-engineering ## About the Role This is a hands-off leadership position, focused on engineering management, delivery, and governance rather than day-to-day technical contribution. The successful candidate will have a strong Data Engineering background with experience working with Microsoft technologies both on-premise and a cloud environment. You will play a key role in shaping engineering direction, ensuring high-quality delivery to the business and building a scalable engineering function capable of supporting large, regulated programs., * Proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role (Head of Engineering, Head of Data, or similar) * Strong Data Engineering background with exposure to SQL Server, Azure or Databricks * Experience leading multi-team engineering organisations * Strong delivery focus within regulated or complex environments * Ability to operate as a senior leader rather than a hands-on engineer ## Description We are recruiting a Head of Data Engineering to lead the Data and Software Engineering capabilities of our client during a critical period of growth. They are looking for someone who can join the leadership team and make a significant strategic impact. This is a hands-off leadership position, focused on engineering management, delivery, and governance rather than day-to-day technical contribution. The successful candidate will have a strong Data Engineering background with experience working with Microsoft technologies both on-premise and a cloud environment. You will play a key role in shaping engineering direction, ensuring high-quality delivery to the business and building a scalable engineering function capable of supporting large, regulated programs. Responsibilities * Provide overall leadership for Data and Software Engineering functions, overseeing the management of approximately 30 engineers * Own engineering delivery, quality and standards across multiple squads * Act as a senior technical leader capable of constructively challenging engineers and technical decisions * Ensure engineering outcomes align with business goals and regulatory requirements * Lead and develop management capability within engineering teams * Oversee teams based both in the UK and offshore * Champion strong engineering governance, delivery discipline and continuous improvement Skills and Experience * Proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role (Head of Engineering, Head of Data, or similar) * Strong Data Engineering background with exposure to SQL Server, Azure or Databricks * Experience leading multi-team engineering organisations * Strong delivery focus within regulated or complex environments * Ability to operate as a senior leader rather than a hands-on engineer What's on Offer * Salary of up to £110,000 * Permanent role with long-term progression opportunity * Remote-first working with limited office requirements (West Midlands) for team workshops * Clear progression pathways ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [Cutting LLM Costs Without Cutting Quality: How to Beat Proprietary LLMs with Fine-Tuned Open Source](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100151-cutting-llm-costs-without-cutting-quality-how-to-beat-proprietary-llms-with-fine-tuned-open-source) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Inside the AI Revolution: How Microsoft is Empowering the World to Achieve More](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/869-inside-the-ai-revolution-how-microsoft-is-empowering-the-world-to-achieve-more) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [How to Become an AI Engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/331-how-to-become-an-ai-engineer) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)