Head of Data Engineering

Head of Data Engineering | B2B Intelligence | Remote | Build a 0-to-1 Global Data Platform

1️⃣ The Opportunity

This is a rare chance to join a highly profitable, scaling B2B information services firm as they build a brand-new intelligence platform. This venture is designed to disrupt legacy market databases by merging proprietary human insights with massive public datasets.

The data engineering function is transitioning from a reactive service desk into a proactive, product-minded profit center. You will be the technical visionary responsible for architecting a modern data mesh from the ground up.

You will have the autonomy to make core architectural decisions and the leadership mandate to rebuild a dedicated engineering squad. This is a "founder-level" opportunity to create a career-defining product in a market growing 15% year-on-year.

2️⃣ What You’ll Be Doing

• Architect the modern data stack using AWS, Databricks, Snowflake, dbt, and Iceberg.
• Write high-quality code and lead by example as a hands-on technical authority.
• Transform the data function into a scalable, product-led engineering ecosystem.
• Establish technical guardrails that allow domain teams to operate with autonomy.
• Partner with Data Science to build robust pipelines for complex machine-learning models.
• Mentor and grow a team of senior engineers within a high-performance culture.
• Leverage AI coding tools to accelerate development and drive rapid innovation.
• Own the long-term technical roadmap and evolve the platform as it scales globally.

3️⃣ What They’re Looking For

Essential

• Proven experience scaling data pipelines and architectures within a high-growth environment.
• Deep technical expertise in modern tools like Airflow, dbt, and cloud data warehouses.
• The ability to balance high-level architectural strategy with hands-on engineering.
• A product-led mindset that prioritizes business value over purely technical metrics.
• Experience building or leading high-performing engineering teams.
• Strong opinions on data modeling, governance, and the future of data mesh.

Nice to Have

• Experience within alternative data, analytics startups, or data-heavy B2B platforms.
• Familiarity with open table formats like Apache Iceberg.

4️⃣ Why Join?

This role offers the rare stability of a profitable firm combined with the "greenfield" excitement of a startup. You aren't maintaining legacy code; you are building the foundation of a new asset class.

• Impact: Move from a service-based function to a strategic, revenue-driving product owner.
• Autonomy: Full ownership of the stack and the architectural "consequences" of your choices.
• Growth: Work in a recession-resilient industry with consistent double-digit annual growth.
• Flexibility: Fully remote working environment with a focus on high-impact output.
• Compensation: Highly competitive salary with flexibility for elite profiles.