Head of EngineeringData Engineering - Engineering Leadership - Azure - Up to £110,000Hybrid / Mostly Remote - Midlands-based (preferred)This organisation is entering a significant growth phase and is currently preparing for large, high-profile public-sector project that will materially scale its technology and engineering landscape.The engineering function is being reshaped to support this next phase. Historically, senior leaders have worn multiple hats across architecture and delivery, this role has been designed differently. The focus is now on strong, strategic engineering leadership, with less emphasis on hands-on technical ownership and more on guiding teams, setting standards, and ensuring delivery at scale.There is also clear long-term progression, with scope for this role to evolve into a broader Engineering Director position within the next 12-18 months.You will work with:Senior stakeholders across Technology and the wider businessEngineering Managers and Team Leads across Data and Software disciplinesMultiple engineering squads, including an established near-shore functionLeadership peers shaping engineering strategy, delivery, and growthWhat the role involves:Leadership of 30 engineers across Data and Software EngineeringOversight of multiple squads, with a mix of direct and dotted-line managementSetting engineering standards, ways of working and delivery expectationsProviding senior-level challenge and guidance to engineers and managersEnsuring engineering outcomes align with business and programme goalsPlaying a key role in shaping the future structure of the engineering functionTechnology environment (for context):.NETSQL Server-based platformsDatabricksMicrosoft AzureBenefits & package:Hybrid working: teams are largely remoteIn-office collaboration typically 1-2 times per month, mainly for workshopsOccasional travel to other UK offices and near-shore locationsStrong internal visibility and long-term career progressionKey experience required:Senior leadership experience within Data Engineering (essential)Background leading engineering teams at Head-of or equivalent levelBroader exposure to Software Engineering environments (.NET desirable)Experience managing engineering delivery across multiple teams or squadsComfortable operating at a senior, strategic level rather than hands-onStrong people leadership, communication and stakeholder management skillsInterested?This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role during a critical growth period, with genuine progression baked into the position.Apply now or send your CV directly to be considered