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Head of Data Engineering
Pharmacy2U Ltd. Lead the delivery, performance, and continuous improvement of Pharmacy2U’s Microsoft Fabric platform .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading Data Engineering teams and delivering data platform migrations, with a strong focus on Microsoft Fabric, CI/CD practices, and compliance with UK GDPR. Capable of translating technical initiatives into business value while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
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Microsoft Fabric ExpertiseData Platform MigrationCI/CD PracticesSQL and Python SkillsStakeholder Management
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Hard Skills
Data ModellingPythonPySparkSQLLakehouse ArchitectureData PipelinesDataOpsMonitoringAutomationEngineering Standards
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationAdaptabilityCollaborationStrategic Thinking
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft FabricAzure SynapseAzure Data FactoryDatabricksMicrosoft Purview
Certifications & Qualifications
Right to Live in the UKDBS Check
Industry Keywords
UK GDPRNHS DSPTData GovernanceInformation Security StandardsContinuous Improvement
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesAzurePySparkPythonSQL
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead the delivery, performance, and continuous improvement of Pharmacy2U’s Microsoft Fabric platform
- Oversee data ingestion, transformation, lakehouse architecture, data pipelines, engineering standards, CI/CD, observability, and platform performance
- Drive migration from legacy data platforms, reporting solutions, and data pipelines to Microsoft Fabric
- Develop and maintain data products for analytics, operational systems, and external data consumers
- Translate business priorities into a data engineering roadmap while managing risks, dependencies, and obstacles
- Establish best practices in data modelling, testing, automation, DataOps, monitoring, and service management
- Build and evolve an operating model for platform ownership, reliability, governance, and continuous improvement
- Lead, coach, and develop the Data Engineering team
- Collaborate with Data & Analytics, Architecture, Data Governance, and business stakeholders
- Manage third-party delivery partners and ensure knowledge transfer to internal teams
- Ensure platform services comply with UK GDPR, NHS DSPT, information security standards, and data governance policies
- Support Microsoft Purview implementation, including data cataloguing, lineage, classification, and quality management
- Participate in an out-of-hours rota as required by the business
Requirements
What you’ll need- Proven experience leading and developing high-performing Data Engineering teams
- Experience delivering data platform migration or modernisation programmes, ideally using lakehouse or medallion architectures
- Strong background operating data platforms in production environments, including CI/CD, monitoring, support, and engineering standards
- Experience handling sensitive data in line with UK GDPR and governance requirements
- Strong SQL, data modelling, and Python/PySpark skills
- Expertise in Microsoft Fabric or a strong Azure data background, including Synapse, Data Factory, and Databricks
- Ability to translate data engineering initiatives into measurable business value
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Experience managing third-party suppliers and delivery partners alongside internal teams
- Strategic and forward-thinking approach focused on practical business outcomes
- Ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams
- Passion for developing people and fostering continuous improvement and learning
- Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Commitment to quality, innovation, and operational effectiveness
- Right to live in the UK
- Willingness to undergo a DBS check
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive contributory pension
- Occupational sick pay
- Long-service awards
- Refer-a-friend bonuses
- Professional registration fees covered (GPhC, NMC, CIPD and more)
- Cycle to Work scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Green Car scheme (subject to eligibility)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Flexible hybrid working
- Private healthcare insurance at discounted rates (Aviva)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- In-house mental health support
- Discounted gym memberships via Blue Light Card and benefits schemes
- Regular health and wellbeing initiatives
- Strong commitment to CPD, training and professional development
- 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with service
- Buy and sell holiday scheme
- Blue Light Card and employee discount platform
- Exclusive discounts at The Springs, Leeds
- 25% off health & beauty purchases
- 25% off Pharmacy2U Private Online Doctor services
- Regular social events throughout the year
- Additional compensation for on-call periods