Senior Manager Data Engineering

As the Senior Manager Data Engineering, you will oversee the data engineering operations within the organisation, delivering high-quality, robust, and scalable data pipelines, and enabling infrastructure to support business objectives across all company divisions. You will define the strategic direction of data engineering projects, including adopting the latest data technologies and methodologies, ensuring seamless integration and reliable delivery of data to internal stakeholders, and aligning infrastructure initiatives with the company's broader goals and vision. This role is based in our Chippendale Head Office and reports to the Principal Manager, Data Engineering.

You will…

Develop and implement data engineering strategies that align with the company's objectives and technology roadmap.

Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable data pipelines, data warehouses, and data lakes.

Collaborate closely with business units, technology teams, and other key stakeholders to understand data requirements and provide expert technical guidance.

Implement and enforce data quality, data governance, and security standards to maintain data integrity and compliance.

Optimise ETL/ELT processes to ensure high performance and reliability of data workflows.

Communicate complex technical concepts and infrastructure capabilities effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Drive continuous improvement by adopting cutting-edge data engineering technologies and methodologies.

Encourage and guide the team in best practices, code quality, and operational excellence.

You have…

A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.

Proven hands-on experience developing data pipelines using Apache Spark.

Proficiency in programming languages including Python and SQL.

Strong experience working with modern data platforms such as Databricks and Snowflake.

Practical knowledge of cloud environments, particularly AWS services.

You are…

A champion of a data-driven culture, proactively driving innovation and enhancement in data engineering practices.

Skilled in stakeholder management, with the ability to effectively manage and prioritise multiple concurrent projects.

An effective communicator who can translate complex technical concepts for both technical and non-technical audiences.

Someone who follows coding best practices.

What you’ll get in return…

The chance to have a significant impact in a leading global food technology company

Flexible working arrangements

Egoless environment, constant learning with room for personal growth

Free access to Headspace

HelloFresh Academies - internal learning & development

A diverse and vibrant international environment, with offices in 18 countries

Company discount - 70% off HelloFresh & 40% off Youfoodz

Start Date: Immediately available - Can wait a notice period

Duration: Permanent full time role

Location: Chippendale Head Office - hybrid working environment

Salary: Competitive salary & employee benefits

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