Application Development Director

Contract Opportunity: Head of Application Development - Data Platform (Banking) £1000+/day London (Hybrid)

We're working with a leading global bank in London that's undergoing a major data transformation programme and are looking for a Head of Application Development with a strong background in data platforms and financial services within an Agile environment. You will be managing a high-performing scrum team focused on ingesting data into a cutting-edge EMEA Data Platform, with a particular focus on Finance reporting and ECB onboarding.

• Lead a multi-skilled scrum team (data engineers, analysts, testers, business stakeholders)
• Drive delivery of data sets for the Finance department via Agile/Scrum methodology
• Facilitate sprint planning, stand-ups, retrospectives, and reviews
• Manage risks, remove blockers, and ensure delivery transparency through MI and JIRA dashboards
• Collaborate with Product Owners and senior stakeholders to prioritise and deliver value

• 10+ years of Agile/Scrum delivery experience in banking or financial services
• Strong understanding of data platforms, ideally with Databricks, Data Lakehouse, or Medallion Architecture
• Experience working with Finance data/reporting in a corporate or investment banking context
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Confident using JIRA and leading distributed teams
• Exposure to C# and JAVA would be a nice to have

• Daily Rate: Up to £1150 (Inside IR35)
• Location: London (Hybrid working)
• Start: ASAP
• Duration: Initial 6 months (likely extension)

Please apply with an updated version of your CV and I'll endeavour to get back to you if suitable.

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