Lead Data Engineer
2 days ago
Lead Data Engineer Amwins Global Risks | London | Permanent The Opportunity Amwins Global Risks is building their first dedicated Data Engineering team as part of an ambitious new Data Strategy. This is a rare chance to join a top 10 Lloyd's contributor at the ground floor of their data transformation journey. This role is perfect for a hands-on technical leader who thrives in entrepreneurial environments - someone who wants to own and build a data platform from the ground up rather than inherit established systems. The Role in Context New team creation: Leading 4-5 Data Engineers in a greenfield environment Low data maturity starting point: All the challenges and opportunities that come with building from scratch High autonomy: You'll own the data platform and have the freedom to establish technical frameworks Reporting to: Ben Sutton, Head of Reporting & Analytics (DataIQ Future Leaders 2025 recipient) Technology stack: Azure (Data Factory, Data Lake, DevOps) + Databricks Key Selling Points Own the entire data platform - not just maintaining someone else's work Define technical standards from the ground up Small but mighty team - high impact, collaborative environment Hands-on leadership - split between coding and team management Established, stable company with global reach (800+ employees, 150+ countries) Investment in growth - flat structure that values expertise and relationships Ideal Candidate Profile Must-haves: Hands-on coding appetite - this isn't a pure management role Team leadership experience - comfortable managing and mentoring engineers Advanced skills: SQL, Python, PySpark, Databricks, Azure stack Enjoys building from scratch - thrives in low-maturity, high-potential environments Deal-breakers: Candidates who've "moved away" from hands-on engineering Those uncomfortable with people management responsibilities Anyone seeking established, mature data environments Target Markets & Approach Sectors to explore: Financial Services (beyond insurance) Don't limit to Lloyd's/London Market - we're open to strong engineers from any industry Technology companies with strong data engineering practices Scale-ups where candidates have built teams/platforms from scratch Ideal background: Principal/Lead Data Engineers looking for more ownership Senior Data Engineers ready to step into leadership Technical leaders who've built data platforms in challenging environments Logistics Hybrid working: 2-3 days in London office (potentially more initially) Start date: Flexible - new role allows for proper onboarding Key Interview Themes Hands-on technical skills - expect coding discussions/challenges Leadership philosophy - how they'd build and mentor a new team Problem-solving in low-maturity environments - comfort with ambiguity Ownership mindset - examples of building systems from scratch
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Data Engineering Lead
2 weeks ago
Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom Tenth Revolution Group Full timeData Engineering Lead – Azure & Databricks | Full Time Role - Hybrid 2/3 days per week London This role has a Flexible salary and company benefits as well get in touch to learn more! My client is looking for a hands-on Data Engineering Lead to shape and evolve a modern hybrid data platform built on Azure and Databricks. This role is central to enabling...
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Databricks Solutions Architect
2 days ago
Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom NTT DATA Full timeThe team you'll be working with: We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Data Solutions Architect (Modern Big Data) to join our Data & AI practice. The successful candidate will bring extensive expertise in architecting and delivering modern big data platforms that are scalable, reliable, and business-aligned. This role is pivotal in enabling...
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Data Operations Manager
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Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom Data Science Talent Full timeData Operations Manager Hybrid - two days per week onsite in Central London £80k - £90k + bonus & benefits --- Step into a newly defined data operations management position at the centre of a major data transformation. You'll lead a small, capable team responsible for the reliability, performance, and observability of modern data platforms that power...
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Practice Area Lead
6 days ago
Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom BI:PROCSI Full timeLocation - Remote, with one day in London once every two weeks (Holborn) Overview We are hiring a Practice Area Lead for Data Engineering to shape and own the strategic direction of BI, Data Engineering, Analytics, and AI/ML Ops across BI:PROCSI. You will provide both hands-on technical leadership and portfolio-level oversight, ensuring our solutions scale,...
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Data Platform Lead Engineer
6 days ago
Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Full timeHours of work Full time Contract Type Permanent Salary £61,337 - £71,424 per annum, depending on skills and experience [Band F7] Directorate IT Location Kew Gardens, Richmond, Hybrid Closing Date 14/12/2025 We're looking for an experienced Data Platform Lead Engineer to shape and lead Kew's enterprise data platform. This is a high-impact role where you'll...
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Lead Data Scientist
2 weeks ago
Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom Revoco Full timeRole: Lead Data Scientist Location: London (3 days per week onsite) Salary: £98,000 + Bonus Start Date: ASAP A leading AI-driven insights and analytics business is seeking a Lead Data Scientist to play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation's data strategy. You'll lead complex data science projects from inception to deployment while mentoring a growing...
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Senior Electrical Engineering
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Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom Vantage Data Centers Full timeAbout Vantage Data Centers Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world's well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency...
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Product and Data Lead
2 weeks ago
Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom Planet Pharma Full timeData Product Lead – Scientific Information & Intelligence Location: Hybrid in Slough Scientific Information, Data Strategy, AI Readiness We are seeking an experienced Data Marketplace Product Lead to join our Scientific Information & Intelligence organization. This is a highly strategic role responsible for shaping and executing the vision for...
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Product Data Lead
2 weeks ago
Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom Planet Pharma Full timeData Product Lead – Scientific Information & Intelligence Location: Hybrid in Slough Function: Scientific Information, Data Strategy, AI Readiness About the Role We are seeking an experienced Data Marketplace Product Lead to join our Scientific Information & Intelligence organization. This is a highly strategic role responsible for shaping and executing...
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Security Architect Lead
2 days ago
Slough, Berkshire, United Kingdom NTT DATA Full timeNTT DATA UK Security Practice seeks a Senior Security Architect to lead enterprise level security architecture, drive strategic security design decisions, and deliver complex cloud and hybrid solutions for high value clients. You will translate business drivers into repeatable reference architectures, establish governance and standards, and mentor...