Data Engineering Manager

PythonLead the transformation and migration of existing systems and data servicesTranslate the wider programme into practical workstreams covering migration, integration, governance, analytics and legacy retirementDesign scalable data platforms and contribute to key architectural decisionsRemain technically involved, providing guidance and resolving complex engineering challengesLead, mentor and develop data engineers, helping to improve capability and engineering standardsStrengthen approaches to pipelines, medallion architecture, data quality, lineage and governanceImprove version control, branching, pull requests, CI/CD and promotion across development, test and production environmentsHelp shape a resilient global support model, including coverage, escalation routes, recoverability and operational ownershipWork collaboratively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders across a complex international organisationWhat experience do you need?The organisation is open to candidates

taking their first step into a role of this scale. You may already be a Data Engineering Manager, or you could be a Lead Data Engineer, Technical Lead or Data Platform Lead who has led or mentored engineers and is ready for greater responsibility.You must be able to demonstrate:Hands-on experience with Azure Data LakeStrong practical experience with Databricks and SQLExperience using Python within a data engineering environmentData platform design and architecture experienceA track record of taking systems or platforms through transformationExperience delivering data platforms, rather than only maintaining established solutionsExperience leading, mentoring or providing technical direction to data engineersA good understanding of data pipelines and medallion architectureThe ability to move between high-level design and real-world technical deliveryThe confidence to work with a wide range of technical and non-technical stakeholdersExperience of formal line management would be valuable, but it is not essential. What matters most is that you have already demonstrated technical leadership, supported the development of other engineers and are ready to take greater ownership of people, platforms and delivery.This is an opportunity to build on your technical credibility and progress into a broader leadership position, without losing the hands-on involvement that has made you successful.Ready to make a difference with your expertise? If this opportunity resonates with you, hit the apply button today and take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking organisation committed to positive global impact. At Tilt Recruitment, we’re here to connect the right candidates with the right roles - let’s find your perfect match.We also offer up to £500 for every successful referral, if you know someone who matches this skill set, please let us know.Tilt Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.TPBN1_UKTJ

transformationThe freedom to influence the platform roadmap, architecture and technical directionAn existing team of six, with budget to grow to ten during the next financial yearThe opportunity to build your formal leadership experience while developing and mentoring engineersA role that keeps you close to the technology rather than moving you entirely into people managementInternational scope, supporting users and services across APAC, EMEA and the AmericasExposure to senior stakeholders across technology, architecture, product and the wider businessThe opportunity to apply your expertise within an organisation whose work has a meaningful global impactWhat will you be doing?You will help lead the journey from legacy and fragmented data services to a modern, integrated Microsoft data platform.Working across strategy, architecture and hands-on delivery, you will:Help define and deliver the data platform roadmapDesign and deliver solutions using Azure Data Lake, Databricks, SQL and