Head Of Data Engineering

Head of Data Engineering - UK-basedMy client, a leading financial SaaS company revolutionising the fintech sector, is seeking an exceptional Head of Data Engineering to join their innovative team. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of data-driven decision-making within a rapidly growing organisation.Overview:As the Head of Data Engineering, you will be responsible for leading and developing the data engineering function, driving the company's data strategy, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable data solutions. You'll play a crucial role in shaping the organisation's data architecture and fostering a data-driven culture.Salary Range:£130,000 - £170,000 per annum (DOE)Key Responsibilities:- Develop and execute the company's data engineering strategy, aligning it with business objectives and technological advancements in the financial SaaS space- Lead and mentor a team of data engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement- Design and oversee the implementation of robust, scalable data infrastructure and pipelines to support financial products and services- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions that drive business value- Establish data governance policies and best practices to ensure data quality, security, and compliance in the highly regulated financial sector- Drive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in data engineering- Manage relationships with key stakeholders, vendors, and partners in the fintech ecosystem- Oversee the budget and resource allocation for the data engineering functionRequired Skills and Experience:- 10+ years of experience in data engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within the financial services or SaaS industry- Proven track record of building and scaling data platforms in a fast-paced, high-growth fintech environment- Deep expertise in cloud-based data technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and big data processing frameworks (e.G., Spark, Hadoop)- Strong knowledge of data warehousing concepts, ETL/ELT processes, and data modeling techniques specific to financial services- Experience with real-time data processing and streaming technologies (e.G., Kafka, Flink) for financial data- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Scala, or Java- Excellent understanding of data governance, security, and compliance requirements in the financial sector (e.G., GDPR, PSD2, MiFID II)- Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organizationPreferred Qualifications:- Experience in developing data solutions for financial products such as investment management tools- Knowledge of machine learning and AI technologies and their applications in fintech- Relevant certifications (e.G., AWS Certified Data Analytics - Specialty, Google Cloud Certified - Professional Data Engineer)This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary Head of Data Engineering to make a significant impact in a dynamic, fast-paced financial SaaS environment. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the company's data future and driving innovation in the fintech sector.