Senior Engineering Manager (Data Platform)

Job summary

An experienced engineering leader is sought to manage and develop teams within a Data Platform organization, focusing on data compliance and build & publish capabilities. The role emphasizes creating strong team environments and ensuring high-quality delivery of platform capabilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading engineering teams in complex technology settings.
• Strong background in product or platform delivery and execution.
• Ability to balance people leadership with operational discipline.
• Experience collaborating with Product Managers and technical leaders.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on team success.
• Advanced English proficiency in both written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop engineering teams, ensuring engagement and team health.
• Foster environments of psychological safety and sustainable workloads.
• Manage performance, development planning, and team recognition processes.
• Ensure reliable and predictable team delivery, translating priorities into actionable tasks.
• Collaborate with Product Managers and Lead Engineers to execute strategic plans.
• Balance delivery with engineering fundamentals like stability and security.
• Manage team capacity and eliminate organizational obstacles to support delivery.
• Utilize insights and metrics for transparency and informed decision-making.

Skills

• Leadership in engineering and technology environments.
• Delivery and execution in product/platform settings.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Collaborative and supportive leadership approach.

Education

• Relevant experience in engineering management or related fields is preferred.

Tools

• Familiarity with data platforms and engineering tools is beneficial.