Head of Data Engineering and Architecture

Head of Data Engineering and Architecture

Functional area:

IT

Onsite or Remote:
Hybrid

Country/Region: SE

City:
Prague

Location:

Prague, SE; 14000 Belgrade, SE; 11000 Katowice, Śląskie; SE; 40‑541 Warsaw, MZ, SE; 02‑484 Bor, 14; SE; 19210 Polkowice, DS, SE; 59‑100

Company name:
Epiroc

Date of posting:
Jul 3, 2026

We’re a fast-moving AI & Data hub focused on real impact — driving innovation, enabling the business, and solving meaningful challenges together.

Play a key role in our global data transformation by shaping modern data engineering and architecture — building the foundations for AI, analytics, and scalable business value.

We are looking for a hands‑on data engineering leader who sets direction and architectural standards while actively contributing in code. You will play a central role in our data transformation by building secure, production‑ready data pipelines and products that enable analytics and AI s is not just an administrative role. You lead by example in engineering, design, and delivery.

• Lead a global team of data engineers and architects.
• Design and deliver scalable, governed data products and pipelines.
• Define and enforce engineering best practices (Git, CI/CD, testing, deployment).
• Provide architectural oversight to ensure secure, robust, future-proof solutions.
• Collaborate across functions to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
• Balance strategic direction with hands‑on technical depth.

• 5+ years in data engineering and architecture with recent hands‑on coding (Python preferred).
• Experience delivering data products in distributed or multinational environments.
• Experience applying data mesh principles in practice.
• Strong communication skills and business‑technical translation ability.
• Databricks experience is a plus.

Join a global industrial leader driving innovation in mining and infrastructure. You will contribute directly to enabling data and AI capabilities that support safer, more efficient, and sustainable operations worldwide.

We offer competitive total rewards, global career opportunities, learning programs, bonus scheme, flexible work culture, and strong parental leave policies.

The role can be based in Epiroc offices in Czech Republic, Serbia or Poland. Occasional travel required.

Applications are reviewed continuously. Apply via our recruitment system no later than 31/07/2026.

We are committed to a thorough recruitment process, including interviews, reference checks and assessments. To ensure a safe working environment, we conduct identity checks and drug and alcohol screening. Our process is designed to be fair and inclusive; you can expect transparent communication and a balanced evaluation of your skills and experience.