Data Engineering Lead - AI & Data Automation

About the role

We are looking for a Data Engineering Lead to drive the design, delivery and adoption of data, AI and automation solutions for a Global FTSE100 organisation. The role will combine technical leadership with strategic oversight of data foundations and AI capabilities across the group.

Key responsibilities

• Remote management of an offshore team of 12 developers and a growing UK team.
• Solutioning innovative ways to organise AI and automation processes, overseeing data/software development.
• Design, deliver and support analytics, models, dashboards and related platforms.
• Own the roadmap for trusted data foundations, including master data, data quality, governance and access controls.
• Provide leadership on security and authorisation best practices for AI and automation solutions.
• Partner with business stakeholders to shape requirements, resolve data issues and enable adoption through documentation and training.

Required profile

• Degree‑level education or equivalent with a strong interest in AI innovation and automation.
• Proven experience managing offshore development teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Direct experience with machine learning, deep learning, NLP or computer vision is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Required skills

• Python, Java, R
• TensorFlow, PyTorch
• Azure Data Lake, Databricks
• PowerBI, OBIEE, Tableau, QlikView
• ETL, Data Mining, Big Data
• Data Governance, Data Quality, Data Cleansing
• PaaS concepts, especially Microsoft Azure