Head of Data Engineering & Machine Learning

Retelligence
Slough, UK
4 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence Data Architecture Information Engineering Machine Learning Data Management Machine Learning Operations

Job description

In this high-impact executive role, you will take full ownership of the technical vision, data architecture, and model estate. You’ll sit at the intersection of deep technical execution and commercial strategy, leading a talented group of engineers while partnering directly with executive leadership to convert business ambition into scalable, AI-driven products., * Leadership & Team Growth: Mentor, scale, and inspire a world-class team of data and ML engineers, instilling high standards for software execution, operational excellence, and continuous growth.

  • Technical Strategy & Architecture: Define and execute the long-term vision for enterprise data infrastructure and machine learning systems to ensure long-term scalability.
  • Strategic Roadmap Delivery: Own technical execution timelines, balancing speed-to-market with architectural rigor through smart technical trade-offs.
  • Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with Product, Commercial, and Go-To-Market leads to align engineering milestones with top-line business growth and revenue drivers.
  • Hands-on Technical Bar: Champion AI-assisted development practices across the team while remaining close enough to the code to guide technical decision-making.

Requirements

  • Proven Leadership: Demonstrated track record of building and managing high-performing engineering teams in data engineering, platform, or machine learning spaces.
  • Track Record of Impact: Hands-on experience shipping enterprise-grade data platforms and machine learning solutions that deliver tangible commercial outcomes.
  • Technical Credibility: Strong foundational depth in modern data architecture and ML deployment, with a passion for getting into the engineering details when necessary.
  • Executive Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, value-driven narratives for C-suite and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Commercial Acumen: Comfortable engaging on business drivers such as growth, monetization, and competitive differentiation.
  • Agile Mindset: Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments where collaboration and adaptable execution are paramount.

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