Data & Development Lead Location: Bicester Salary: £90,000 Working Pattern: 3 days per week in the office (flexible working available) About the Role A leading professional services organisation is seeking a Data & Development Lead to provide hands-on technical leadership within their Data & Innovation team. This is a unique opportunity for a technically strong data engineer who has progressed into leadership, but who still enjoys and excels at hands-on delivery. Key Responsibilities Provide technical leadership and direct management to a team of three technical specialists (including BI analysts and a systems developer). Remain actively involved in hands-on data engineering and systems development work, supporting the team and stepping in as needed. Define and maintain scalable, modern data and systems architecture, ensuring alignment with business needs and strategy. Lead the design and delivery of complex engineering solutions, setting technical direction and ensuring best practices. Mentor and develop team members, supporting their progression into more senior and technical roles. Collaborate closely with IT Operations, business stakeholders, and the broader Data & Innovation team to deliver impactful solutions. Ensure cohesive and maintainable system design and integration across the team's projects.What We're Looking For Deep technical expertise in data engineering and system development, particularly w...