Senior Engineering Manager

Senior Engineering Manager - Data & AI - London (Hybrid) - Azure - Databricks - Microsoft Fabric - Power Platform - Up to £115,000

We're partnering with a leading retail organisation that is investing heavily in Data, AI and digital transformation as part of an ambitious long-term technology strategy. With millions of customers and a strong presence across both retail and eCommerce channels, the business is leveraging data at scale to improve customer experiences, optimise operations and drive innovation across the organisation.

This is an opportunity to join a business where technology is viewed as a strategic enabler, not just a support function. You'll work alongside highly capable technical and business leaders in an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As Senior Engineering Manager, you'll have the autonomy to influence technical direction, shape modern data platforms and build high-performing engineering teams while delivering solutions that have a genuine impact on the business.

You Will Work With

Data Engineering, Data Platform, and Power Platform teams operating across multiple locations

Senior stakeholders across Technology, Product, Digital, Analytics, eCommerce, and Supply Chain

External technology partners and delivery vendors

A modern Microsoft technology ecosystem including Azure, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Power Apps, Power Automate, SharePoint, Azure DevOps, and AI-driven solutions

The Role

Lead and develop high-performing Data & AI engineering teams

Act as a senior technical authority across Azure-based data and analytics platforms

Drive the evolution of enterprise-scale data architecture and engineering standards

Embed Agile, DevOps, CI/CD, and engineering best practices across multiple teams

Coach Engineering Leads and senior engineers to build capability and future leadership talent

Partner with senior stakeholders to align technology delivery with business objectives

Oversee vendor-led delivery, ensuring quality, governance, and value

Own platform stability, performance, and operational excellence

Champion continuous improvement, innovation, and adoption of emerging Data & AI technologies

Benefits

Salary up to £115,000

8% employer pension contribution

Enhanced annual leave plus holiday purchase scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Hybrid and flexible working model

Learning and professional development support

Career progression opportunities within a growing technology function

Retail discounts and employee benefits scheme

Strong investment in modern technologies and innovation

Key Experience

Proven experience leading Data Engineering or Data Platform teams within complex enterprise environments

Experience managing large-scale engineering programmes and multi-vendor delivery models

Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies, governance, and delivery assurance

Technical expertise across Azure, Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, Power Platform, SharePoint, and Azure DevOps

Experience scaling teams and developing engineering capability

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior leadership level

Collaborative leadership style with a passion for engineering excellence

Azure certifications are advantageous

Interested?

Senior Data & AI leadership opportunities offering this level of ownership, modern technology exposure and strategic influence within a major retail organisation are rare.

If you're looking for a role where you can shape the future of Data & AI, lead talented engineering teams, and make a genuine impact on a large-scale transformation programme, apply now!