Director of Data Engineering & Business Intelligence

Director of Data Engineering & Business IntelligenceLocation: Sofia, Bulgaria (Hybrid)Company: Leading UK Fintech, 500+ employees globallyHiring Partner: Recruitify GlobalAbout the CompanyOur client is a long-established, high-growth UK fintech reshaping how millions of users manage, analyze, and interact with their financial data. Operating across major global hubs and backed by a scalable, secure, and regulation-ready technology ecosystem, the company delivers next-generation digital products built on trust, innovation, and world-class customer success.Their expansion in Bulgaria reflects a long-term strategic investment in building one of Europe’s strongest engineering, data, and analytics centers.Role OverviewThe Director of Data Engineering & BI will steer the entire data vision of the organization — from architecture and governance to advanced analytics, business intelligence, and machine learning enablement.You will lead 3 Managers and a wider group of ~30 specialists across Data Engineering, BI, and Analytics, ensuring the company maintains a high-performing, reliable, and scalable data ecosystem powering global decision-making.This is a mission-critical role for a leader who thrives in fast-scaling environments, brings clarity to complexity, and can align people, processes, and technology around a unified data strategy.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipSet the long-term roadmap for data engineering, BI, and analytics across the company.Establish a modern enterprise data architecture supporting high availability, security, and regulatory compliance.Act as the executive advisor on data governance, data quality, and risk management standards.Data Engineering ExcellenceOversee the design and maintenance of data pipelines, integrations, and warehousing solutions.Drive automation and standardization to ensure scalable and future-proof infrastructure.Guarantee top-tier performance, reliability, and protection of data at rest and in transit.Advanced Analytics & BIBuild the next generation of dashboards, KPIs, and reporting frameworks to support strategic decisions.Lead predictive modeling initiatives, behavioral analytics, user segmentation, and actionable insights.Convert complex data patterns into clear directions for Product, Finance, Marketing, and executive leadership.Cross-Functional ImpactWork closely with senior stakeholders to accelerate product innovation and operational performance.Translate business needs into technical solutions that deliver measurable results.Champion the adoption of modern analytics, machine learning, and data-driven culture across the organization.Leadership ScopeYou will lead:3 Senior Managers (Data Engineering Lead, BI Lead, Analytics Lead)~25 professionals across Data Engineering, BI, Analytics, and Data GovernanceA multi-disciplinary team working on high-stakes, high-volume global productsYour leadership will define how data scales in a 500-person, international fintech with millions of end users.Key Requirements8+ years in Data Engineering, BI, Analytics, or similar, with at least 3+ years in senior leadership roles.Proven ability to build and scale high-performing data organizations.Expertise in modern data warehousing, pipelines, modeling, and visualization.Hands-on experience with SQL plus Python/R; familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift.Strong understanding of data security, infrastructure hardening, and governance frameworks.Experience with user behavior analysis, predictive analytics, or ML-driven insights.Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.Strategic mindset with the ability to dive deep operationally when needed.Nice-to-Have QualificationsExperience scaling data teams in fintech, banking, or digital products.Exposure to advanced ML frameworks or experimentation platforms.Background leading data transformation programs in distributed global teams.What You Will Lead & InfluenceData architecture and engineering strategyBI modernization and dashboarding ecosystemPredictive analytics and user insights programsData governance and security frameworksCompany-wide adoption of data-driven decision makingExecutive-level reporting and KPIsYour work directly impacts product velocity, financial insights, customer experience, and global operations.Why Join This CompanyPlay a pivotal role in a global fintech scaling innovation across Europe.Lead one of the most influential data functions in the region.Work with cutting-edge technology, infrastructure, and analytics tools.Influence executive-level strategy and roadmap across the business.Be part of a culture that values ownership, experimentation, and growth.Competitive salary, bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package.Hybrid work model, modern Sofia office, global collaboration exposure