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# Head of Data Engineering & Machine Learning

- **Company:** Retelligence
- **Location:** Slough, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Data Architecture, Information Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Management, Machine Learning Operations
- **Published:** September 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2879202819-head-of-data-engineering--machine-learning

## About the Role

* 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.

## 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.


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