Data Engineering & Delivery Lead

Our client is one of the financial services companies. Currently they are looking for an experienced Data Engineering & Delivery Lead to take ownership of our data estate and drive delivery of strategic portfolio change.

This is a leadership role with real end-to-end ownership - from shaping the roadmap to ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery that aligns with our business vision. You'll work closely with business leaders, data governance, change management, and trusted vendor partners to bring ambitious programmes to life.

Permanent, 3 days in office in London, salary is up to £140k base

Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of strategic data programmes, keeping them on track for scope, budget, and quality.

• Partner with Data Governance, Business, and stakeholders to shape and deliver the roadmap.

• Oversee resources, vendors, and cross-functional teams to meet programme goals.

• Ensure engineering and technical standards are met across the life cycle.

• Present progress and updates to senior leadership.

• Keep ahead of emerging data technologies and integrate them into our strategy.

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.

Requirements

• Proven track record delivering data programmes in financial services/banking/insurance

• Deep knowledge of database technologies (Snowflake, Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL).

• Strong grasp of software development, Agile, and best practices.

• Leadership skills to motivate teams and manage vendor relationships.

• Business acumen with the ability to align tech initiatives to strategic goals.

• Experience with Python, Power BI, and data visualisation tools.

• 10-15 years in software development, architecture design including project management.