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Head of Data Engineering, West Yorkshire
Client: Progeny
Location: West Yorkshire
Job Category: Other
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EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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Posted:
28.04.2025
Expiry Date:
12.06.2025
Job Description:
As Head of Data Engineering, you will join our growing Data team to build and shape our Data Engineering function. Taking a hands-on approach, you will lead the design and management of our data infrastructure, architecture, pipelines, and solutions. With excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, you will be a natural communicator capable of scaling and leading a high-performing team.
Please note this opportunity offers remote working but will require occasional travel to our offices.
Key Responsibilities
* Shaping and developing data engineering capabilities and influencing the team’s direction.
* Being the SME on design, development, and deployment of data ETL pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, and other technologies to transform and access data from on-premises and cloud structures.
* Developing high-quality data pipelines and adopting engineering principles including domain-driven design, test-driven development, and clear separation of concerns.
* Shaping the overall strategic data and analytical capabilities and promoting best practices to improve standards across the team.
* Building and leading the Data Engineering team to support development, continuous improvement, and skills development.
* Developing complex data products and solutions while managing projects and ensuring timely delivery.
* Building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and fostering a data-driven culture.
Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise
* Experience building Data Engineering capabilities and frameworks from start to finish.
* Experience working in regulated environments, ideally in financial or legal services.
* Experience designing enterprise Data Models for Business Intelligence and key systems such as CRMs.
* Strong knowledge of database architecture and data warehousing.
* Experience with Azure Data Factory, Azure Synapse, and similar technologies.
* Natural leadership ability to guide cultural change and foster collaboration.
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, please submit your application promptly.
* 3 days of celebratory leave (for your birthday, wellbeing, volunteering, or other important events).
* Private medical insurance, 24/7 digital GP, and health advice.
* Employee assistance programme supporting mental and physical health.
* Enhanced family leave.
About Progeny
We create, enhance, and preserve wealth.
We are the first and only UK firm to combine independent financial planning, asset management, tax, HR, and legal services.
We are forward-thinking and tech-driven, using technology to eliminate paperwork, improve communication, and strengthen client relationships.
At Progeny, we believe in making a positive impact. We support local charities through the Progeny Foundation, including Zarach, and are B-Corp certified.
We are proud winners of the Yorkshire Financial Awards 2024 Best Employer award for the third consecutive year.
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