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Head of Data Engineering

Head of Data Engineering - Preston

Head of Data Engineering - Preston

Head of Data | Northwest, UK - Hybrid working£90,000 - £110,000Due to continuous growth and expansion one of our SaaS clients will be looking for a Head of Data Engineering in 2025.This is for a pioneering HealthTech company committed to transforming healthcare through cutting-edge technology and data-driven solutions.As the Head of Data Engineering, you will be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing our data infrastructure. You’ll lead a team of talented engineers, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and play a pivotal role in driving data strategy to support our product and business goals.What We're Looking For * Experience: Proven track record as a senior or head-level data engineer in a fast-paced environment, ideally within HealthTech or SaaS. * Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills, with a history of building and scaling engineering teams. * Technical Expertise: * Proficient in programming languages such as Python, Scala, or Java. * Deep knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and data engineering tools (e.g., Apache Spark, Kafka, or Airflow). * Expertise in relational and NoSQL databases, data warehousing, and BI tools (e.g., Snowflake, Redshift, Tableau). * Strategic Thinking: Ability to align technical initiatives with business objectives and drive innovation. * Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical skills and a passion for leveraging data to solve complex challenges.Apply now and a member of the dcoded team will be in touch

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