Instant Impact

Head of Data, AI

Instant Impact

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

AzureCloudKubernetesPythonSQLTerraform

About the role

  • Design and oversee AI-driven solutions, including agentic systems, workflow automation, and LLM-powered applications.
  • Lead the build and evolution of a unified data warehouse and modern data platform.
  • Guide scalable data pipelines across Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, and other platforms.
  • Oversee reliable API integrations and data flow.
  • Develop and deploy AI solutions using OpenAI and similar APIs.
  • Drive experimental AI product development and internal productivity tools.
  • Ensure data quality and validation within modern architecture models.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and communicate strategy.
  • Support, coach, and grow UK-based and offshore team members.
  • Maintain clear, high-quality documentation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field.
  • 7+ years in data engineering, data architecture, or AI-focused roles.
  • Strong experience with Microsoft Azure (Fabric, Data Factory, Azure SQL, Power BI).
  • Experience with Snowflake, DBT, and modern cloud data warehouses.
  • Hands-on work with agentic AI systems, automation frameworks, and generative AI.
  • Proficiency in Python and SQL; strong data modelling and warehouse design skills.
  • Experience with API integration and data ingestion frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement; 3+ years leading teams.
  • OpenAI API experience; LLM deployment; low/no-code AI orchestration; OCR/NLP; Azure Functions/Kubernetes/Terraform; automation tools (n8n, Make.com, Zapier); HR tech experience; medallion architecture; Azure certifications.
Benefits
  • Work from Anywhere Policy: Enjoy the flexibility to work from any location for up to 4 weeks each year.
  • Private Health Insurance: Your health and well-being are a priority. Benefit from comprehensive private health insurance for peace of mind.
  • Home Office Allowance: Create your perfect home workspace with a £200 allowance to enhance your comfort and productivity.
  • Personal Development Fund: Invest in your growth with a £500 annual allowance for professional development. Explore courses, conferences, and more.
  • Generous Time Off: Take time to recharge with 25 days of holiday, plus all Bank Holidays. Additionally, enjoy an Employee Enrichment Day and a Recharge Day each year.
  • Clear Progression Path: Achieve your career goals with a clear progression structure designed to support your professional growth.
  • Flexible Working Model: Experience the best of both worlds with the option to work from home or on-site with your client. Your work, your way.
  • Team Incentives: Build strong bonds with your colleagues through team incentives, including weekend getaways, social events, and team lunches.
  • Dedicated Development Time: Dedicate 10% of your working week to developing yourself, enhancing client relationships, and contributing to Instant Impact's success. Your growth drives our progress.

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Hard skills
data engineeringdata architectureAI solutionsPythonSQLdata modellingAPI integrationautomation frameworksLLM deploymentOCR/NLP
Soft skills
communicationstakeholder engagementteam leadershipcoachingcollaborationdocumentation
Certifications
Azure certifications