Data Team Leader (French Speaker) | BPCE-SI

Company Description

Natixis in Portugal is a Centre of Expertise whose mission is to transform traditional banking by developing innovative solutions for the business, operations and work culture of Groupe BPCE worldwide.

As part of Groupe BPCE's international division, Natixis in Portugal designs and delivers solutions for its two core areas - Corporate & Investment Banking and Asset & Wealth Management - as well as transversal services that support all entities across the Group.

With more than 3,000 employees representing 46 nationalities, the teams work across Information Technology, Banking Support Activities, and Compliance, in an integrated, inclusive, and cross-functional way, supporting all business lines and platforms of the Group.

A disruptive mindset and a culture of proximity and agility identify Natixis in Portugal Team and reflect the company's mission to transform traditional banking at a global scale: a perfect match in the Portuguese dynamics and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Job Description

Natixis is seeking a motivated and experienced French-speaking Data Engineering Team Leader to manage and lead a dedicated team of Data Engineers in Lisbon. This role offers a unique opportunity to blend technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, driving both the managerial and operational success of the team. You will be instrumental in shaping our data strategies and ensuring the efficient delivery of data solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Management: Provide day-to-day management, guidance, and mentorship to a team of Data Engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee and ensure the smooth, efficient, and timely execution of data engineering projects and tasks.
• Technical Guidance: Offer technical direction and support to the team, leveraging your own Data Engineering expertise.
• Project Coordination: Manage project priorities, resource allocation, and deadlines to ensure successful project delivery.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team productivity and data quality.
• Talent Development: Support the professional growth and development of team members.

Qualifications

Hard skills:

• Fluency in French is essential.
• Solid understanding and practical experience as a Data Engineer, including ETL processes and tools (e.g., Talend, DataStage, Stambia) or scripting languages (e.g., Python).
• Educational background in Computer Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in a team coordination or leadership role.
• Familiarity with the Portuguese market or a willingness to relocate to Lisbon.

Soft skills:

• Excellent communication and soft skills, with the ability to build strong relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively prioritize tasks.
• A genuine desire to balance technical hands-on work with managerial responsibilities.

We will only consider CVs in English.

Additional Information

Our workplace reflects the vibrant spirit of our locations, with initiatives such as a Green Transportation Budget, electric bikes and a flexible Hybrid Work Policy. We promote wellbeing through the Honolulu Wellness Club, a Prayer Room, a Lactation Room, and themed Villages that inspire creativity and collaboration. Through our ESG and DEI strategies, we are commited to being inclusive, caring, and fair, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.