Head of Data Engineering Permanent opportunity - London - Hybrid Working The Role We're seeking a Head of Data Engineering to join our FinTech client based in London. In this pivotal leadership role, you'll: Provide strategic leadership for data engineering and data platform functions Build and mentor high-performing engineering teams Lead cross-functional collaboration to deliver data solutions Architect and implement scalable, robust data infrastructure Champion "data as a product" and foster a data-driven culture Proactively identify and mitigate risks and technical challenges A successful candidate will have: Proven experience in senior data leadership roles, including managing managers Strong coaching and mentoring skills with a growth mindset Excellent communication abilities with stakeholders at all levels Track record of delivering complex data engineering projects and platform initiatives Experience with cloud-based data platforms and modern data tooling Budget management experience preferred