About the Role
Our client is seeking a skilled and passionate Technical Lead to oversee their Data Platforms, reporting directly to the Principal Technologist for Data. This pivotal role involves leading a team of four data and BI engineers to design, implement and maintain a cutting edge data platform that supports both traditional analytics and R&D use cases.
As a leader, you will drive platform-as-a-service (PaaS) initiatives, focusing on scalable data solutions that enable seamless data sharing and integration across the organization. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of their data platform, influence go-to-market strategies and drive organizational change through innovative data solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Solution Design: Collaborate with the Principal Technologist and Product Owner to design systems that meet business goals within time and budget constraints.
- Delivery Management: Oversee end-to-end delivery of data platform features, ensuring high quality and operational standards.
- Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and coach a team of four engineers (a mix of senior and junior data and BI engineers), fostering a high performing, engaged team culture.
- Platform Governance: Maintain and manage platform governance, delivering PaaS capabilities to support business needs.
- Onboarding: Facilitate the onboarding of new teams to the data platform, ensuring seamless integration and adoption.
- Technical Innovation: Leverage tools such as Snowflake, WhereScape RED, SAP Business Objects, Tableau, Confluent, Python, SparkSQL, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, Confluent Kafka, and Flink to drive efficiency and innovation.
- Platform Architecture: Apply PaaS thinking, automation scripting, Terraform as code, SCIM (System for Cross-domain Identity Management), and IAM (Identity and Access Management) to support Open Data Lake formats like BigQuery and Iceberg.
We are looking for a candidate who combines technical expertise with strong leadership and a passion for data driven innovation. To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:
- Technical Proficiency: Strong experience with data lakes, Snowflake, and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform). Proficiency in CLI, programmatic data sharing, and large-scale software systems. Familiarity with automation techniques (CI/CD, test automation) and modern development methodologies.
- Leadership Experience: At least 2 years as a technical or team leader in an agile software development environment, with a proven track record of mentoring and managing teams. Experience managing performance reviews and fostering team collaboration.
- Business Acumen: Ability to strategize, conceptualize, and design solutions that align with business objectives, with a focus on generating value for stakeholders.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience: Minimum of 4 years in Data Engineering or solution architecture.
- Education: A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., software engineering, computer science) or equivalent professional experience.
- Soft Skills: A passion for data, strong collaboration skills, and the ability to drive organizational change in a dynamic environment.
- Nice-to-Have: Familiarity with tools like WhereScape RED, SAP Business Objects, Tableau, Confluent, Python, SparkSQL, Confluent Kafka, Flink, or Open Data Lake formats (BigQuery, Iceberg).
Our team thrives in a casual, empowering environment with minimalistic expectations, where team members are encouraged to take ownership and define their approach to tasks. They value integrity, innovation, cooperation, and a passion for delivering value to their stakeholders. As a leader, you will cultivate a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and agility, contributing to our mission to lead in our field.
Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a progressive, values-led organization. You will have significant influence over the data platform’s future, with the support of senior leaders who recognize the critical role technology plays in achieving business goals. Based in a park-like setting just 10 minutes from Hamilton, our office offers a unique blend of rural tranquility and professional opportunity, with amenities such as a tennis court, pool, onsite café, and social club. We also provide:
- Growth & Leadership Opportunities
- Extra leave days
- Flexible, hybrid working options (2 days on-site per week)
- Discounted health, life, income, and disability insurance
- Access to an employee shares scheme
- Wellbeing discounts
- Free onsite parking
We are committed to providing a safe and productive work environment. You will be expected to observe safety protocols, comply with policies, report incidents, and be prepared to act in emergencies.
Application Process If you are passionate about data, leadership, and driving innovation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are excited about this opportunity. We are committed to finding the right candidate and are flexible with onboarding timelines to ensure the best fit.