Overview
We are looking for an experienced Executive Manager to lead Quantium’s Retail Data Engineering practice in Sydney. This strategic leadership role oversees three squads across multiple geographies, guiding enterprise-grade data solutions for major retail clients and shaping Quantium's data engineering capabilities for the Retail vertical, with a portfolio in the $40-50m annual revenue range.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop our Retail Data Engineering practice, setting strategic direction and technical standards across three squads
- Build and maintain high-performing engineering teams through talent development, mentorship, and retention strategies
- Oversee the design and implementation of scalable data platforms that power analytics and AI solutions for global retail clients
- Partner with product teams and commercial stakeholders to deliver complex data transformation projects that drive customer value
- Establish and champion engineering best practices in cloud architecture, data pipelines, and distributed systems
- Foster collaboration across data engineering, data science, analytics, and software engineering teams
- Drive commercial outcomes through effective stakeholder management and delivery excellence across a significant revenue portfolio
- Lead strategic initiatives to evolve technical capabilities and expand service offerings in the retail sector
Superpowers You Will Bring To The Team
- 8+ years of experience in data engineering, software development, or related technical fields with a proven track record of delivery
- Demonstrated experience leading and developing large engineering teams, with a focus on building capability and fostering growth
- Deep technical knowledge of data engineering, distributed systems, and modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Experience managing multiple teams across different geographies, creating cohesive collaboration and shared goals
- Solid understanding of retail industry data challenges and opportunities (highly valued)
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences
- Commercial acumen and experience managing significant portfolios or revenue streams
- Track record of driving technical innovation and implementing modern data architecture patterns
- Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
What Quantium Offers
- Versatile work arrangements: hybrid and flexible options to support work-life balance
- Remote working: opportunity to work outside your home location for up to 2 months every year
- Competitive remuneration: market-leading packages, including an attractive annual bonus scheme
- Discounts and perks: access to a range of discounts with Woolworths, exclusive banking products, health insurance and novated leasing
Location & Employment Type
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Employment type: Full-time, Permanent - Full Time
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
How to Apply
Ready to join a team of smart, unique people who are passionate about what they do? Apply now to join Quantium and help build a better, more insightful world.
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📌 Executive Manager - Data Engineering
🏢 Quantium
📍 Sydney