Provide both technical leadership and strategic direction to Database Engineering teams
Lead the design, implementation, and operation of enterprise database and data platforms across cloud and on-premises environments
Ensure high availability, performance, security, and reliability of production database services
Define and maintain technical standards, best practices, and operational processes
Drive automation, DevOps, and modern engineering practices to improve efficiency and service delivery
Plan workloads, projects, and resources to meet operational and strategic objectives
Contribute to technology roadmaps and align database initiatives with organisational strategy
Lead and develop the Database Engineering team to meet business needs
Set clear goals, KPIs, and development plans, and manage performance effectively
Recruit and retain talent in partnership with HR
Foster a collaborative, safe, and high-performing team culture
Manage departmental budget where applicable

Tertiary qualification in Computer Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience
8+ years’ experience in data or database engineering, with 5+ years in a leadership or mentoring capacity
Proven experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing database or data engineering teams
Strong capability in setting direction, defining priorities, and aligning team outcomes to business objectives
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across technology and business teams
Deep expertise in data engineering principles, ETL/ELT processes, and enterprise data solution design
Extensive experience with enterprise data platforms, including on-premises databases and cloud data warehouses
Highly organised with strong planning, prioritisation, and time management skills in fast-paced environments
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication

Career growth and development opportunities in a supportive and collaborative working environment
Access to discounts across all our affiliated brands, as well as other retail partnerships
Free annual flu vaccinations
Access to our Employee Assistance Program

Database Engineering Manager

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