Engineering Manager Data Platform

Applied Intuition Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in London seeks an Engineering Manager to shape the technical strategy and lead the Data Platform team. This role involves overseeing the vision for the data platform, ensuring high standards in delivery and governance, and building a high-performing team. Ideal candidates possess strong leadership capabilities and relevant engineering experience. The position supports professional growth and a collaborative environment, with comprehensive benefits and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

100% employer-paid health insurance

28 vacation days per year

Company pension with employer contribution

Lunch vouchers for UK hub employees

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible hybrid setup

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Engineering Manager with data engineering background.
• Experience managing teams in dynamic environments.
• Strong understanding of data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical vision for the data platform.
• Lead initiatives for data governance and quality.
• Build and inspire a high-performing engineering team.

Skills

Team Leadership

Data Governance

Communication Skills

Agile Methodologies

Problem Solving

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

Tools

Data Warehouse Architecture

Cloud Data Solutions

Job description

As an Engineering Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical strategy and leading the evolution of our Data Platform team. You will lead a team of talented data engineers, fostering their growth while driving innovation and excellence in a data-driven, collaborative environment.

YOUR CHALLENGE:

Technical Strategy and Product Evolution

• Data Platform Vision:
  • Oversee the technical vision for the data platform in alignment with our data strategy.
  • Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Data Warehouse architecture, ensuring scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
  • Collaborate with data analytics and data science teams to understand their needs and integrate their feedback into the data platform strategy.
  • Advocate for data-driven decision-making throughout the organization and ensure that data platforms and tools support these initiatives.
• Craftsmanship and Delivery:
  • Lead initiatives to implement and refine data governance, data quality, and data security practices within the data platform.
  • Stay abreast of emerging trends in data engineering, big data technologies, and cloud data solutions to continually enhance the data platform.
  • Set and maintain high standards for development practices, code quality, and delivery excellence.
  • Lead and mentor a team of Data Engineers and Analytics Engineers fostering a culture of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and continuous improvement.
• People Leadership and Development:
  • Build and lead a high-performing team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
  • Set clear goals and expectations for team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment.
  • Conduct regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback, recognizing achievements, and identifying opportunities for growth.
  • Champion a culture of continuous learning and personal development, encouraging knowledge-sharing and fostering innovation within the team.
• Delivery and Operational Excellence:
  • Guide the team in setting and achieving clear goals, ensuring high-quality feature development and system reliability.
  • Implement efficient workflows and agile methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Make decisive and informed decisions, balancing quality, timelines, and business requirements.

Leadership and Team Development

• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing engineering team, guiding them to solve problems proactively and collaboratively.
• Encourage professional growth, providing constructive feedback and development opportunities for team members.
• Address challenges within the team confidently, including handling difficult situations and making tough decisions when necessary.
• Foster a collaborative and communicative team culture, ensuring alignment across functions and proactive problem-solving.

ABOUT YOU:

• Proven experience as an Engineering Manager, ideally with previous hands-on software engineering experience and a background as a data engineer.
• Experience managing and growing teams in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Deep understanding of auction systems, marketplaces, or ride-hailing platforms, with a focus on driving tailored and attractive offers.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams and active engagement in decision-making.
• Decisive and confident in handling complex situations.
• Passionate about fostering team growth, with a proven track record of mentoring and supporting individual development.

About Blacklane

Our mission is simple but powerful: to become the world’s leading premium, global chauffeur service. Operating in 50+ countries, we reimagine chauffeur-driven rides by prioritizing reliability, innovation, and first-class service at every step. Blacklane is also at the forefront of sustainable mobility efforts, continuously working to reduce our operational impact on the planet.

Our Company Culture

Blacklane has grown from a two-person startup in Berlin to a global team of over 300 people representing 54+ nationalities. Powered by our commitment to care, inclusion, innovation, and collaboration, we support employees through initiatives like Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, and more.

Here are just a few examples of the ERGs fostering connection:

• LGBTQIA+ Network– Advocating for inclusivity and championing allyship.
• Bookclub– Encouraging cultural exchange, fostering discussion, critical thinking, and team engagement through shared reading and analysis.
• Blacklane Cares Leave– Spend up to eight paid hours annually volunteering for causes meaningful to you.

We welcome—and actively support—employees to create or join the communities that are important to them.

✨ Why join Blacklane?

At Blacklane, our Compensation and Benefits strategies are designed to be fair and market-aligned. We combine base salary with variable elements and long-term incentives as part of our overall rewards framework. All employees participate in our company-wide Virtual Stock Option Plan (VSOP), sharing in Blacklane’s long-term success.

In addition, we offer a benefits package tailored to each location, supporting health, wellbeing, time off, learning, and local needs. Some of the benefits for this role and country include:

Local perks – UK (London)💙 100% employer-paid health insurance for you and your dependents, with 24hr GP access
🌴 28 vacation days per year, increasing with tenure
🏦 Company pension with up to 5% employer contribution
🍽️ Twice‑weekly Just Eat lunch vouchers for UK hub employees
💪 Your Mental and Physical Health → No compromise withNilo andWellhub
🎓 Continuous learning through LinkedIn learning and L&D budget
🏢 Hybrid setup: 3 days a week in our London office
🚀 Fair pay and shared success through our VSOP program
🚘Mystery Rides: Quarterly Voucher to enjoy personal trips around the world with Blacklane and experience our service from a guest’s perspective.

Do you have any questions or want to know more about our way of working? Feel free to contact us. We’re happy to connect!

We place great value on equal opportunities. Therefore, we welcome everyone to apply!

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