Head of Data Engineering

Head of Data Engineering

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play games. 

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Technology team in Australia and are currently looking for a Head of Data Engineering to join the team. 

As the Head of Data Engineering at VGW, you will lead the strategy to deliver high-quality, reliable data, drive innovation, and build a culture that empowers data-driven decisions across the organisation.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Define and execute VGW’s data engineering strategy, aligning with company objectives to deliver high-quality, reliable data that drives key business decisions.
• Lead the data engineering team by setting technical standards, fostering a culture of innovation, and mentoring team members for growth and success.
• Shape and oversee the development of data architecture, governance policies, and technical frameworks, ensuring compliance with data security and regulatory requirements.
• Drive the adoption of data engineering best practices, policies, and controls across the organisation to maintain consistency and continuous improvement.

What you will bring to the role:

• Proven experience leading and scaling data engineering teams, fostering a high-performance culture, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance data capabilities.
• Deep expertise in architecting and optimising cloud-based data platforms, including data governance, security best practices, and cost management.
• Strong ability to design and implement scalable data architectures, leveraging modern data engineering principles such as data mesh, event-driven processing, and real-time data streaming.
• Advanced data engineering and analytics expertise, with hands-on experience in ETL/ELT pipelines, distributed computing, and automation of data workflows.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to shape and execute a data roadmap, balancing innovation with operational excellence in data quality, reliability, and governance.
• A passion for fostering cross-functional collaboration, driving knowledge sharing, and enabling data-driven decision-making across the organisation.

About VGW

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play games.

With high-quality, acclaimed brands including Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, we entertain and delight over one million players in North America.

As pioneers in sweepstakes promotions for online social games, we also offer our players the opportunity to redeem incredible prizes.

At VGW, one of our core values is "our players come first". This means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible and positive player experience.

Why VGW?

At VGW, we’re more than just a team. We’re a diverse and inclusive group of individuals, each playing a vital role in our success.

Our core values are clear and strong; we win together, do what’s right, put our players first and are powered by passion.

We believe in our people and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, inspired, and supported. We recognise that life is more than just work - that’s why we’re all about flexibility so you can strike a healthy balance between your personal life and career. We’re also here to champion your growth in your current role and future aspirations, providing opportunities for learning and career advancement. And to top it off, we back this all up with competitive compensation, perks and benefits.  

But it’s not all business. We inject fun into the workplace, celebrate together and create lasting memories, from a mix of in-person and online events, to social gatherings and much more.

It’s our combined skills, ideas and visions that drive us forward. Join us on this exciting journey, and together, we’ll achieve remarkable things. 

If you want to join a team that does things differently, apply today - we look forward to seeing what you can bring to our team.

Find out more at www.vgw.co

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