Director of Data Engineering

Join Checkatrade as a Director of Data Engineering and play a pivotal role in shaping our data strategies and architecture. You will lead a talented team of data engineers, driving innovation and ensuring that our data infrastructure supports the company's growth and operational excellence. Your leadership will be crucial in optimizing data flow, improving d…

About RelationRelation is a pioneering TechBio firm at the forefront of developing transformative therapies, with technology embedded in our mission. We aspire to gain unprecedented insights into human biology to discover innovative treatments for some of the most severe diseases affecting humanity. Our approach harnesses single-cell multi-omics from patient samples, functional assays, and machine learning to enhance our understanding of diseases from their origins to potential cures.As we rapidly expand, we are assembling a team of extraordinary professionals dedicated to advancing drug discovery. You will collaborate within highly interdisciplinary teams where biology, computation, and engineering merge to tackle complex challenges that remain unsolved. Our advanced wet and dry laboratories located in the vibrant heart of London are designed to expedite this integration and translate insights into meaningful outcomes.We are dedicated to fostering diverse and inclusive teams. Relation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender reassignment, race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, disability, or age.By joining Relation, you will play a pivotal role in redefining the medicine discovery process and making a significant impact on patient lives.The OpportunityRelation is excited to present an exceptional opportunity for an Associate Director of Data Engineering to spearhead our newly formed Data Platform team. As we enhance our scientific and machine learning capabilities, we find ourselves at a critical juncture, scaling our data processing infrastructure to meet the demands of our ambitious research agenda. Our Data Platform serves as a vital enabler within our system, integrating cutting-edge wet and dry labs to deliver groundbreaking biological insights and real-world impact.Your Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesDefine and refine Relation's comprehensive data platform strategy in collaboration with colleagues across Labs, Engineering, Data Science, and Machine Learning.Approach the data platform as a product, ensuring it consistently meets the needs of Relation's engineers and scientists.Lead, recruit, and nurture a high-performing team of Data Engineers.Oversee the end-to-end flow of data from laboratory instruments to our information processing systems.Optimize and manage scientific compute pipelines using Nextflow and the Seqera Platform to guarantee scalability and reproducibility.Establish data governance standards and ensure all information assets are maintained effectively.

Why Choose PlayStation?At PlayStation, we pride ourselves on being not just the premier destination for gaming but also the ultimate workplace for talent and creativity. As a recognized global leader in entertainment, we develop the PlayStation family of products and services, including PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, and an array of acclaimed titles from PlayStation Studios.We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that empowers our employees and celebrates diversity. We invite all individuals who share our passion for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and become part of our expanding global team.PlayStation is a brand under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Group Corporation.Role Overview:As the Senior Director of Data Engineering & Services, you will hold a pivotal leadership role at Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE). Your primary responsibility will be to formulate and execute the data product strategy that fuels our intelligence across the organization. This position focuses on the design, construction, and scaling of decision and AI-ready data assets that facilitate rapid insights and promote data-driven decision-making across Player, Creator, Publisher, and Enterprise experiences. You will integrate profound technical skills with robust business acumen to enhance SIE's connected data ecosystem, driving the next wave of intelligence and operational efficiency throughout the company.You will oversee specialized data engineering teams across Player Data, Partner Data, and Enterprise Enablement, orchestrating a cohesive strategy for the development and scaling of SIE's data products.In the Player Data domain, you will guide the evolution of PlayStation's player data ecosystem—advancing unified attribution, identity frameworks, and Player360 metrics that enable lifetime value modeling, next-best action analytics, causal measurement, and experimental approaches across player experiences.In the Partner Data domain, you will define the utilization of data within PlayStation’s partner and creator ecosystem through Partner360, secure data sharing, and self-service analytics that provide insights into partner performance and lifecycle value—driving creator success, optimizing publishing outcomes, and reinforcing PlayStation as the preferred platform for partners.

Begin your journey with us and advance your career.AECOM is on the lookout for an accomplished Associate Director of Civil Engineering to provide expert technical leadership across a diverse range of projects for data centre clients. This role encompasses everything from conducting thorough site assessments and master planning to detailed design and construction support. You will play a pivotal role in driving business growth, fostering client relationships, and enhancing AECOM’s civil engineering expertise within the data centre industry.In this position, you will collaborate with a dynamic Civil Engineering Business Unit, working alongside ground, structural, mechanical, electrical, process engineers, architects, project managers, environmental specialists, and surveyors, both in the UK and internationally, to support our extensive portfolio of data centre projects.As a key representative for AECOM in the Data Centres Market Sector, you will champion our initiatives across EMEA and within AECOM Europe, contributing your civil engineering knowledge to the successful execution of projects for leading technology clients. Your work will ensure technical excellence, resilience, and interdisciplinary integration while reinforcing AECOM's standing in the Hyperscale and Co-location data centre market.Your Responsibilities:Deliver civil engineering technical leadership and design governance for data centre projects, ensuring adherence to AECOM standards and regulatory requirements.Oversee, review, and endorse civil engineering infrastructure designs and specifications, crafting practical solutions for site development, earthworks, drainage, pavements, access, utility infrastructure, and civil engineering tasks linked to data centres.Collaborate with fellow civil engineers and technical specialists to facilitate the successful delivery of our data centre project portfolio, including ground, electrical, mechanical, and structural engineers, project managers, architects, and environmental consultants within the UK and our global network.Engage with clients, support business development initiatives, conduct asset reviews, and devise strategies for expansion or upgrades while mentoring and nurturing civil engineers to bolster AECOM’s technical capabilities in the Data Centres sector.Join us for growth:At AECOM, we offer a comprehensive suite of core and personalized benefits designed to enhance your future and well-being, tailored to fit your lifestyle. Enjoy career development opportunities, a flexible hybrid work model to achieve work-life balance, access to technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

About UsAt Up Learn, we are proud to have developed one of the most impactful learning experiences globally, merging cognitive science, instructional theory, and cutting-edge artificial intelligence. Our mission is to empower every learner with the most effective route to success, envisioning a world where all learners can achieve more, faster, through adaptive, mastery-based learning.We lead the market in A Level education, offering seven courses with one in three A Level students choosing Up Learn. In the coming year, we are expanding into GCSE Science and aiming to reach millions more students with our innovative approach.Our results are exceptional: 97% of students completing our courses attain an A*/A, even those who begin with lower grades. A large-scale evaluation in schools has shown that our platform correlates with an additional nine months of progress and improved grades across entire year groups.Furthermore, for every paying student, we provide a full scholarship to a student in need, ensuring equitable access to quality education.About the RoleAs the Director of Data, you will play a pivotal role as a senior leader at Up Learn, taking charge of the complete Data function while reporting directly to the CEO. This position calls for a strategic thinker with practical skills who can elevate the Data capabilities at Up Learn and deliver innovative solutions to meet our growth objectives. You should be adept at leveraging AI and data to streamline and enhance processes, alongside possessing the technical skills necessary to establish scalable data foundations. The Director of Data will formulate the data strategy, oversee Data team objectives, enhance product analytics and KPI utilization across the organization, refine learning metrics, and lead a small yet high-performing Data team.Your First 12 MonthsIn the first year, as we expand into GCSEs and utilize AI to accelerate course development, you will manage a data function that enables us to make swift decisions, enhance operational efficiency, and foster trust with educational institutions and learners.Take ownership of the Data roadmap: Develop a clear quarterly plan aligned with our major company objectives (GCSE expansion, impact assessment, ethical AI), delivering significant enhancements on a monthly basis with a compact, AI-driven team.Enhance measurement integration in product workflows: Implement a strategy of “instrumentation prior to launch” ensuring that every major release includes the appropriate KPIs, tracking systems, dashboards, and alerts - facilitating rapid learning, accurate diagnostics, and assured iteration.Upgrade our metrics system and decision-making framework: Advance our KPI usage to ensure teams and leadership have a precise understanding of performance across product lines.

Join AECOM as a Mechanical Associate Director specializing in Data Centres. In this leadership role, you will oversee mechanical engineering projects, ensuring they meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions that align with client needs.Your expertise will guide the design and implementation of mechanical systems in data centre environments, with a focus on optimizing performance and sustainability. Lead a team of skilled engineers and work closely with project managers to deliver exceptional results on time and within budget.

About BirdieAt Birdie, we are revolutionizing care for older adults, crafting innovative technology to enhance home healthcare. Our mission is to empower care teams with advanced tools that facilitate dignified and efficient care, enabling seniors to thrive in their own homes for extended periods. Our comprehensive platform supports millions of care visits monthly, equipping providers with the essential tools for outstanding care delivery.We are committed to making a significant impact, not just incremental changes.Our all-in-one solution has already supported over 60 million care visits and provided services to 116,000 individuals in 2025. We are rapidly expanding while remaining dedicated to our core purpose. Proudly recognized as a B Corp, we strive to use business as a force for good.Founded in 2017, Birdie is backed by leading investors, including Index Ventures, Sofina, and Omers. In 2023, we achieved #6 in the Deloitte Fast 50, marking us as one of the fastest-growing tech firms in the UK. Discover more about our impact and accolades here.While speed is important, our focus remains on impact. Your missionAs the Director of Data Analytics at Birdie, your objective will be to transform data into a pivotal asset by reconstructing our platform for enhanced understanding of care and developing analytics products that provide customers with vital insights for improving outcomes for older adults.‍ How you will contributeLead and manage our customer-focused analytics product, collaborating closely with the product team to design and implement data features that deliver tangible value to care providers.Spearhead the modernization of our data platform by making strategic architectural decisions that enhance reliability, scalability, and external usability.Establish and communicate a cohesive data strategy that aligns platform investments with product outcomes, gaining buy-in from senior stakeholders across the organization.Build and lead a high-performing data team, creating clear workflows that maintain focus and minimize reactive, ad-hoc demands.

Your Impact:In the role of Director of Engineering, you will spearhead the Data and Intelligence Engineering division at Elliptic. Your leadership will define our technical trajectory, optimize team configurations, and enhance both engineering and operational sophistication within the domain. You will oversee the integration of diverse external and intelligence data sources, ensuring the production of foundational datasets that support our product offerings. As we experience rapid growth, your expertise will be crucial in scaling our data pipelines, infrastructure, and engineering methodologies to facilitate consistent, high-performance data streams, empowering teams across the organization.You will serve as the strategic and technical authority within this organization, collaborating closely with senior engineers, product teams, and intelligence units to develop the operational framework, refine strategic initiatives, and advance the team's maturity while ensuring timely delivery and fostering trust among your colleagues.Elliptic is recognized for its comprehensive and dependable datasets. Your role will be pivotal in maintaining and amplifying this reputation as the business evolves. You will be responsible for defining the architecture and evolution of our data infrastructure, which serves product, intelligence, commercial, finance, and operations teams, making you the primary liaison across these critical functions.Your Responsibilities:Lead the technical vision and platform roadmap for the data domain, collaborating with principal engineers on architectural strategies that weigh business requirements, reliability, cost, and innovation.Develop and enhance the organizational structure, team dynamics, ownership models, operational processes, and recruitment strategies for the domain.Establish delivery standards and rhythms that enhance predictability while maintaining agility.Promote operational excellence by guiding SLAs, observability, data quality standards, and incident management, ensuring that the platform is dependable, quantifiable, and continually advancing.Act as the representative for data engineering across product, commercial, intelligence, operations, and finance sectors.Collaborate effectively with engineering managers to assess team performance and contribute to the recruitment, development, and retention of strong engineering leaders.Balance the need to support product and revenue teams with the imperative to construct reliable, scalable infrastructure. Communicate transparently about prioritization, going beyond just the “what” of tasks and taking ownership of the overall strategy.

Join AECOM as a Mechanical Technical Director specializing in Data Centres. This pivotal role involves leading mechanical engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring the highest standards of design and performance. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client needs and industry standards.

Join Ramboll as a Structural Director and take the lead in our Data Centre Sector. We are seeking an experienced professional who is passionate about driving innovative structural solutions in a dynamic and rapidly evolving environment. You will lead a team of talented engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding projects that meet the highest standards of quality and efficiency.

Join Oliver as the Global Director of Social Data, a pivotal role where you will lead our global strategies in leveraging social data to drive impactful insights. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our data-driven decision-making processes and help shape the future of our digital marketing initiatives.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analytics, social media trends, and strategic leadership. You will be responsible for developing frameworks to analyze social data and translate it into actionable strategies that enhance our client services.

Join Trainline as a Data Engineer and become an integral part of our dynamic data team. In this role, you will leverage cutting-edge technologies to build and maintain robust data infrastructure that supports our mission of providing seamless travel solutions. Your expertise will contribute to optimizing data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and delivering actionable insights that drive strategic decisions.

About UsAt AND Digital, we are a pioneering technology firm committed to enhancing digital delivery and bridging the digital skills divide. Since our inception in 2014, we've empowered organizations to develop superior digital products and cultivate robust digital teams. We believe that our efforts should always yield significant value for our clients. Through our regional offices, affectionately referred to as 'Clubs,' we foster strong partnerships with our clients, ensuring they receive personalized attention from local teams. This distinctive approach has fueled mutual success, evident in our impressive organic growth over the years. Today, we boast a team of over 1,300 professionals across the UK, Europe, and the USA, with aspirations for global expansion in the near future. Join us in our mission to close the digital skills gap worldwide.Your Role: Solution Director – Data & AIAs a Solution Director within our Clubs, you will be instrumental in shaping and propelling the growth of AND's Data & AI division. Your responsibilities will include defining our go-to-market strategy, cultivating strong partnerships within the ecosystem, and steering project delivery through AND's innovative club model. Serving as a senior advisor to clients, you will craft transformative Data & AI solutions while enhancing internal capabilities and driving technical excellence.Key Responsibilities1. Lead Propositions and Practice IPTake ownership of AND’s Data & AI offerings, partnerships, and thought leadership initiatives.Establish yourself as a visible leader in the Data community, championing consistency, quality, and innovation.Develop training and mentorship programs to enhance internal capabilities.2. Client EngagementAct as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders (CTO/CDO/CPO).Forge relationships that reveal client challenges and opportunities.Illustrate the art of the possible in Data & AI, linking innovation to tangible results.3. Solution DevelopmentConvert complex business needs into compelling, value-driven Data & AI solutions.Guide teams to realize the vision and ensure effective, outcome-oriented delivery.Assist in business case development and pre-sales activities.4. Growth StrategyIdentify, qualify, and shape new opportunities across AND.Collaborate with Client Teams to develop proposals, mentor peers, and influence outcomes.Achieve a targeted leveraged revenue impact of approximately £2m+.5. Leadership and InspirationProvide senior oversight, coaching, and technical guidance across various engagements.Promote excellence and serve as a role model for proactive, positive leadership.

Role overview hmgroup needs a Senior Data Engineer based in London to influence how data is used across the company. This position centers on building and maintaining systems that move and organize large amounts of data, helping teams make informed decisions. Main responsibilities Design and manage data pipelines that process significant data volumes Build architecture to ensure reliable data processing and analytics Convert raw data into insights that support teams throughout hmgroup

Role Overview:We are looking for a talented Data Engineer to contribute significantly to a vital client initiative. This role will involve the design, construction, and optimization of data pipelines within a cloud-centric data and analytics ecosystem. The ideal candidate will possess a solid foundation in data engineering principles, a commitment to delivering reliable solutions, and the capability to work collaboratively with both technical and business teams.Key Responsibilities:Data Engineering & Pipeline DevelopmentDesign, build, and sustain scalable data pipelines for both batch and streaming workloads.Develop robust ingestion, transformation, and curation processes using contemporary data engineering tools and methodologies.Create and maintain data models, curated datasets, and integration layers to facilitate analytics and reporting.Enhance data processing for optimum performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Data Quality, Governance & SecurityEstablish data quality checks, validation processes, and automated monitoring.Ensure comprehensive and accurate data lineage, metadata management, and documentation.Implement necessary security measures, including role-based access controls, data masking, and protection of sensitive information.Cloud & Platform EngineeringUtilize cloud-native services for storage, compute, and workflow orchestration.Oversee pipeline and platform performance, identifying and resolving any issues or bottlenecks.Assist in configuring environments, standardizing processes, and implementing best practices.DevOps, Automation & ObservabilityLeverage CI/CD practices to deploy code, configurations, and data assets across different environments.Maintain version control, engage in code reviews, and adhere to release processes.Construct monitoring, alerting, and logging systems to support high-quality operations and quick issue resolution.Collaboration & DeliveryWork closely with technical and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and successful project delivery.

Cognism delivers B2B data and sales intelligence, helping businesses connect with decision-makers and close deals efficiently. With headquarters in London and a global presence, Cognism supports thousands of revenue teams with trusted contact data and contextual insights. Role overview The Director of Security Engineering and Operations will lead Cognism’s technical security strategy across web and data products, as well as the wider corporate environment. Reporting to the CISO, this position shapes and maintains a security program that protects Cognism’s core assets: data, the data fusion engine, and the underlying logic. What you will do Develop and implement a comprehensive security engineering program for Cognism’s products and infrastructure. Collaborate closely with R&D, engineering, product, and IT leadership to define and execute a long-term security maturity roadmap. Establish measurable security processes and controls, ensuring secure-by-design principles are embedded throughout engineering. Drive operational excellence in information security, supporting Cognism’s growth and technical evolution. Requirements Experience building and leading security programs for complex, data-driven products. Ability to align security strategy with engineering, product, and IT teams. Strong background in establishing security controls and processes from the ground up. Comfort working on security challenges related to AI, scalability, and rapid engineering cycles. This role offers the chance to shape Cognism’s technical security vision and influence how the company develops securely in an evolving landscape.

About UsIPG Mediabrands is the dynamic media and marketing solutions arm of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). With a robust portfolio managing around $40 billion in marketing investments globally, we deliver strategic insights and innovative solutions through our award-winning agency networks—UM, Initiative, and Mediahub—alongside specialized marketing entities like Kinesso, Magna, Orion, Rapport, and Mediabrands Content Studio. Our clientele features some of the world's most renowned brands across diverse industry sectors. Our team comprises over 13,000 marketing professionals from more than 130 countries, reflecting a broad spectrum of human experience. For more information, visit www.ipgmediabrands.com.Position SummaryAs an Associate Director reporting to the Group Director of the Data Management and Visualization EMEA specialization, you will spearhead initiatives in data visualization and uphold best practices in data management. This role demands close collaboration with leading data-driven organizations in the region to create tailored reporting solutions for premium brands.

Location: Hybrid in London, United Kingdom Role Overview iwoca is seeking a Director of Data Science & Artificial Intelligence to lead its data science division. This leadership role involves managing a skilled team focused on building probabilistic and statistical models that drive real-time lending decisions. The position also plays a central part in integrating AI across the company, setting the direction for how AI enhances capabilities both within and beyond the data science team. About iwoca iwoca supports small businesses with financing that matches their changing needs. By combining technology, data science, and a customer-first approach, iwoca has delivered over £4 billion in funding to more than 100,000 businesses. The company’s goal is to empower one million SMEs, helping them grow and strengthen their communities and local economies. Team Focus The data science team creates models that directly impact lending decisions, forecasting, and commercial strategies. Their work is implemented in production code and has a tangible effect on business outcomes. Collaboration is key, with close partnerships across engineering, product, and commercial teams. The Director will lead initiatives to embed AI into these processes and drive further innovation. What You Will Do Define and shape the operating structure of a technically strong data science team Guide the adoption of AI across the business, identifying where it can boost productivity or accelerate processes Evaluate the suitability of AI tools and approaches for different business needs Challenge assumptions and recommend when alternative solutions may be more effective than AI Apply deep knowledge of modeling to determine the best use of AI and data science for business impact

Join Turner Townsend as an Associate Director of Data Centers where you will play a pivotal role in leading major projects across our Real Estate sector. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders and contribute to groundbreaking developments in data center infrastructure.

Note: This position requires 4 days of in-office work in Central London and 1 day of remote work.Key Responsibilities:Develop features, resolve issues, and perform daily monitoring on the cloud delta lakehouse data platform.Collaborate within an agile technical team, actively engaging in all ceremonies, including daily stand-ups and backlog refinement sessions.Make architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the establishment of engineering standards, documentation, and reusable frameworks.Experience Required:Minimum of 10 years of overall experience in data engineering.At least 5 years of experience in a data warehouse solution landscape.Proven experience leading complex data initiatives and making architectural decisions.Familiar with agile delivery methodologies, preferably SCRUM or Kanban.Ability to take ownership of data issues, conduct investigations and root cause analysis, and implement fixes through code and data modifications.Understanding of data warehouse testing strategies and quality assurance processes.Proficient in git branching strategies and code management.Solid understanding of technical release management processes in Azure DevOps.Strong communication skills, capable of driving alignment, collaboration, and efficiency within teams.