Head of Data Platform

At Viaplay Group we entertain millions of people every day through our streaming services radio networks and TV channels. We believe in the power of content not just as a way of telling stories and touching lives but also expanding worlds.

Were looking for the best people to join us on our journey. Right now were searching for a Head of Data Platformin our Stockholmoffice are you ready to hit play on an exciting career change

The Role

As Head of the Data Platform youll lead and grow a team of skilled data engineers collaborating closely with stakeholders to build strong data foundations. Youll play a key role in ensuring that the data infrastructure supports analytics and datainformed decisionmaking enabling the organization to derive valuable insights and optimize internal operations as well as customerfacing services.

Youll contribute both strategically and handson using your knowledge of data engineering architecture and tools to improve the efficiency and reliability of data pipelines. Youll play a key leadership role collaborating with the broader data & analytics team to drive strategic initiatives and daytoday operations.

You will empower your team to design tailored solutions for processing structured semistructured and unstructured data ensuring seamless data flow across the organization. Youll thrive in this role by navigating the complexities of a highly regulated environment while delivering impactful datainformed outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enhance Viaplays analytical capabilities by ensuring data infrastructure and pipelines are optimized for datadriven decisionmaking and actionable business insights.
• Lead and build a team of data engineers fostering innovation and keeping ahead of industry trends
• Collaborate with leadership to shape and influence Viaplays strategy and direction
• Develop advanced data pipelines to provide actionable insights for internal and external stakeholders
• Work closely with engineering and product teams to support crossfunctional metrics testing and measurement initiatives
• Bridge technical and creative teams encouraging collaboration and integration of diverse perspectives
• Design and execute a data engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives
• Oversee largescale data integration into the Viaplays data lake ensuring seamless processes
• Adopt a customerfocused approach incorporating customer needs into data strategies
• Own and maintain endtoend data pipelines for smooth data transfer and storage
• Manage external vendors and thirdparty data integration resources effectively

What were looking for

We are seeking a forwardthinking leader with a modern mindset focused on driving positive change and efficiency. This role is perfect for someone passionate about modernizing and advancing data platforms to meet both current and emerging challenges. If you enjoy making an impact and fostering innovation this is an exciting opportunity to lead the way.

• Expertise in designing building and optimizing scalable data pipelines for diverse data types
• Proficiency in data architecture including data lakes data warehouses and highperformance systems
• Experience with modern data engineering tools and technologies
• Ability to lead develop and mentor the growth of data engineering teams
• Track record of defining and executing a data engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives
• Strong collaboration skills to align engineering product and leadership teams
• Background in regulated environments with knowledge of data governance compliance and security
• Experience managing thirdparty vendors and integrating data sources
• Proven communication skills for bridging technical and nontechnical perspectives

What we offer you

• Weve got you covered! 30days of paid vacation every yearan attractive pension and insurance scheme and generous parental leave pay lift.
• Your wellbeing matters. We provide you with various wellbeing initiatives includingwellness allowance.
• A safe space to grow and upskill. Our learning culture puts you in the drivers seat of your own development.
• An innovative environment with Hack Days once a year. This weeklong initiative allows you to think outside the box and deliver creative technical solutions that (more often than not) go on to be implemented either in our product or our ways of working.
• Entertainment is what we love and entertainment is what we do. So unlimited access to Viaplay seems only fair for you to get to know the product including serier & viewing events new release movie rentals linear channels and more.

Hit play today

If this feels like your kind of challenge make sure you apply by attaching your CV here you may also want to add your LinkedIn profile. Please dont send us your application via email because we wont be able to accept it. We do however welcome any questions you may have about this particular position.

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