Job Description
Data Engineering Manager - Up to £100,000
Location: UK-wide
The Opportunity
We're working with a leading data consultancy who specialise in delivering modern, cloud-based data platforms across a broad range of industries. They partner closely with clients to design and deliver scalable, high-quality data solutions using cutting-edge Microsoft technologies.
This is an ideal role for a seasoned consultant who enjoys a blend of strategy, leadership, and hands-on engineering.
The Role
As a Data Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in both delivery and business growth:
* Lead end-to-end delivery of complex data engineering solutions
* Design and implement modern data platforms, pipelines, data lakes, and warehouses
* Drive pre-sales activities, including solution design, estimations and proposals
* Act as a technical SME across Microsoft data technologies
* Mentor and develop high-performing engineering teams
* Work closely with senior stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable solutions
* Lead workshops, client presentations and technical demonstrations
* Ensure best practices across governance, security and data engineering standards
What We're Looking For
Essential experience:
* Strong background in data engineering within a consulting or client-facing environment
* Proven experience leading teams and delivering complex programmes
* Hands-on expertise with Spark, SQL and cloud data platforms
* Experience designing and building data pipelines, warehouses and lakes
* Strong understanding of ETL, data modelling and cloud architectures
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
What's on Offer
* Exposure to high-impact, enterprise-scale data programmes
* Strong emphasis on career development and continuous learning
* Opportunity to shape strategy and influence technical direction
* Collaborative, high-performance culture with a focus on innovation
* Competitive salary and benefits package