About The Role Team Group Architect and Engineering Standards Working Pattern - Hybrid 2days per week in either our Bournemouth or London Vitality Offices.Full time hours. We are happy to discuss flexible working! Top 3 skills needed for this role: Data Operations Leadership Strategic stakeholder management skills Scalable Systems & Compliance Mindset What this role is all about: At Vitality, data isnt just numbers, its the engine that powers our strategy, drives our Journey model and enables smarter, faster decisions across the business. We rely on quick, accurate and accessible data to fuel insights, support our operational teams and continuously improve how we work. As we scale our data platforms and increase the demand for reliable, automated data flows, were now expanding our leadership capability, which is why were hiring a Data Operations Manager to help take our data delivery to the next level. The Data Engineering function plays a pivotal role in bringing together cutting-edge technology, strong processes, skilled people and clear principles to enable seamless, automated data orchestration across the organisation. Key Actions Develop and manage data pipelines to support data integration, data processing, and data management Offer technical leadership and mentorship of DataOps within the Data Engineering team Lead development teams to ensure data operations run smoothly and delivery is to plan Establish scalable, efficient, and automated processes for large scale deployments (including machine learning solutions) Manage, monitor, and troubleshoot machine learning infrastructure Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders to understand their data needs and provide appropriate data solutions Identify and implement new data technologies and tools to improve data operations and increase efficiency Ensure best practice adopted and followed in relation to build, release and deployment activities Monitor data operations to ensure their completeness, and consistency across different environments and processes Ensure environments are usable, consistent and compliant amidst an environment of rapid change and growth Ensure data operations comply with regulatory requirements and industry standards Provide regular reports on data operations and performance to senior management and stakeholders. Work with stakeholders to identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics What do you need to thrive? Prince 2, APM Certification or Agile equivalent Minimum of 5 years of experience in data operations, data management, or related field Confidence in delivering both Business and Technology Change Initiatives Experience working with Exec level Stakeholders and Sponsors Demonstrable experience working within a complex matrix management environment Experience in managing teams of Data Analysts, Data Engineers, and QA analysts both on and offshore in waterfall and agile disciplines So, whats in it for you? Bonus Schemes A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performance A pension of up to 12% We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salary Our award-winning Vitality health insurance With its own set of rewards and benefits Life Assurance Four times annual salary These are just some of the many perks that we offer! To view the extensive range of benefits we offer, please visit our careers page. If you are successfulin your application and join us at Vitality, this is our promise to you, w e will: Help you to be the healthiest youve ever been Create an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best self Give you flexibility on how, where and when you work Help you advance your career by playing you to your strengths Give you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to be Give you the space to try, fail and learn Provide a healthy balance of challenge and support Recognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefits Be there for you when you need us We commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong, and are supported to be happy and healthy. About The Company We're really excited to announce that we have recently been awarded "Top 10 Best Places To Work" in The Sunday Times Awards 2024! Vitality is a multi-award-winning UK insurance brand, here to make the world a healthier, happier place. Weve been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Were successful because we attract, develop, and retain the best people and because we care. Diversity & Inclusion At Vitality, were committed to diversity and inclusion because its good for our employees, for our business, and for society. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Vitalitys approach to sustainability Vitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page. If we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early.