Director of Data Engineering

Ford Motor Company

Essex, United Kingdom

Job Description

At Ford Credit Europe, we’re on a mission to modernize our data platforms and unlock the power of cloud and AI. We’re looking for a Director of Data Engineering to lead our European practice and unlock the full potential of our data ecosystem on Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

You’ll lead a talented team of engineers and consultants, manage large-scale data pipelines, and ensure robust regulatory reporting. You’ll also represent the data engineering function in executive forums and help shape our AI adoption strategy.

Responsibilities

Design and build scalable, production-grade data solutions on GCP;
Evaluate and recommend new data technologies and architectural patterns;
Lead, manage, and develop a team of 40 talented data engineers, fostering their growth and career progression.;
Operate mission-critical regulatory reporting systems for Ford Credit’s UK and German banks;
Collaborate globally across Europe, India, and the US;
Drive AI engineering initiatives across the region.

Qualifications

The minimum requirements we seek:

Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent;
Deep experience in data engineering and cloud platforms (GCP preferred);
Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills, including management of multiple teams;
Hands-on expertise with BigQuery, DataFlow, Terraform, Airflow, and more;
A passion for innovation, problem-solving, and continuous learning.