Data Engineering Manager

Overview

We are seeking a talented Data Engineering Manager to lead our Solutions team. The successful candidate will have 5+ years' experience in SQL Server, Azure, Databricks and Python. They will also need to have experience in line management and working with business stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the support and management of our Solutions team, providing strategic direction and remit for the team
• Design, develop, and uphold data integration processes, including the creation and execution of scalable and effective data pipelines for managing and transforming large datasets
• Identify and implement improvements, working with the business to ensure they are deployed and working correctly
• Provide line management and mentorship to data engineers, supporting their development and skill-building; to ensure they become self-sufficient
• Help lead the technical aspects of our data engineering strategy, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and objectives
• Ensure the team evolves with new technologies and developments in the industry to keep our tech stack up to date

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in core data engineering architecture and technologies
• Experience in developing and data manipulation in Python
• Experience in Azure data services (e.g., SQL, Data Factory, Data Lake, Databricks)
• Experience of CI/CD processes
• High level of experience in using and designing data structures within Databricks
• Ability to create and troubleshoot SQL queries and stored procedures
• Proven experience in designing and implementing data pipelines, ETL processes
• Knowledge of data integration, data modelling concepts, and familiarity with cloud data platforms and storage technologies, ideally within Azure
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail; strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Experience in line management

Nice-to-Have

• Understanding of programming languages such as C#, or PowerShell

Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NIQ is committed to reflecting the diversity of the clients, communities, and markets we measure within our own workforce. We exist to count everyone and are on a mission to systematically embed inclusion and diversity into all aspects of our workforce, measurement, and products. We enthusiastically invite candidates who share that mission to join us. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action-Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran status or any other protected class. Our global non-discrimination policy covers these protected classes in every market in which we do business worldwide.

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