Gravitas Recruitment Group (Global) Ltd
Data Engineering Manager
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Role: Data Engineering Manager
Location: Yorkshire (1 day per week, potentially 2 initially)
Salary: £75,000
Contract: Permanent
A leading Housing Association is embarking on an exciting data transformation journey and is looking to appoint a Data Engineering Manager to help shape and lead the future of its data function.
You'll play a key role in developing the organisation's data engineering capability, establishing best practice and creating the foundations that enable data to drive better services for customers and communities.
This role combines strategic leadership with technical credibility. You'll lead a team of Data Engineers while helping define the vision, governance frameworks, and roadmap that underpin a modern, data-driven organisation.
The Role
You'll take responsibility for a growing Data Engineering team and as the team's leader, you'll be instrumental in shaping its structure, capability, and future direction.
Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you'll champion data as a strategic asset, helping colleagues understand how data can improve decision-making, efficiency, and customer outcomes.
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Approximately 20-30% of the role will remain hands-on, with the remainder focused on leadership, strategy, governance, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Data Engineers
- Define and implement robust data governance frameworks, policies, and standards
- Establish best practice across data engineering and data management
- Develop and deliver a roadmap of data initiatives and projects
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders to promote the value of data across the organisation
- Drive improvements in data quality, reliability, and accessibility
- Support and evolve the existing Azure data platform
- Balance operational delivery with longer-term strategic planning
- Build a high-performing, sustainable data engineering function
Technology Environment
- Microsoft Azure
- Databricks
- Python
About You
We're looking for an experienced data professional who has successfully led engineering teams and helped organisations mature their data capabilities.
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You'll be able to demonstrate:
- Previous leadership experience within Data Engineering
- Strong knowledge of Azure-based data platforms
- Experience working with Databricks and Python
- A track record of establishing governance, standards, and operational best practice
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
- The ability to translate technical concepts into business value
- A hands-on approach alongside strategic leadership capabilities
Why Join?
This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact within an organisation that delivers essential services to thousands of residents. You'll work alongside a forward-thinking Head of Data, help build a team from the ground up, and play a central role in shaping how data supports the organisation's future success.
If you're passionate about data leadership, building high-performing teams, and driving meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you.
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