Data Engineering Director, Practice Lead, London, £160k-£200k base dependant on experience, Consulting experience is needed, Snowflake, Databricks, GCP

Data Engineering Director, Practice Lead, London, £160k-£200k base dependant on experience, Consulting experience is needed, Snowflake, Databricks, GCP

Lead the next generation of data innovation.

We are exclusively seeking a Data Engineering Director to build and lead a high-performing data practice in London. This is a unique opportunity to shape a growing team, define strategy, and drive transformative work in data engineering, analytics, and cloud technology.

What You’ll Do

As a senior data leader, you’ll set the direction for modern data platform development, architecture, and governance. You’ll grow a world-class team of engineers and consultants, foster innovation, and deliver cutting-edge solutions that help organizations unlock the power of their data.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and expanding a high-impact data engineering function
• Developing and implementing modern data strategies and architectures
• Building and mentoring a talented data team with a focus on collaboration and growth
• Driving excellence in solution design, delivery, and quality
• Keeping ahead of emerging technologies and data trends to shape best practices
• Promoting an inclusive, entrepreneurial, and innovation-driven culture

What You Bring

• 10+ years of experience in data and technology consulting
• 8+ years leading technical teams in data engineering or analytics
• Expertise in modern data platforms such as Databricks, Snowflake, GCP, AWS, or Azure
• Strong understanding of tools like Apache Spark, Kafka, and Kubernetes
• Deep knowledge of data governance, strategy, and privacy regulations (GDPR, etc.)
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance technical depth and business insight
• Passion for developing people, processes, and scalable solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in AWS, Databricks, or Snowflake
• Additional language skills (French, German, or Spanish)
• Experience shaping or scaling high-growth teams

Why Join

You’ll be part of a dynamic environment that values innovation, collaboration, and impact. Here, you’ll have the freedom to shape strategy, grow a practice, and influence the future of data engineering. If you thrive at the intersection of technology and leadership, this is where you belong.