Head of Data Platform

Mr Who?

MrQ - we're an awesome, award winning online casino launched in 2018. We're big on tech, big on performance and most of all - big on fun. Over the years, we have experienced explosive growth - which means we need more rock stars to join our quest for total world domination.

MrQ is seeking an experienced Head of Data Platform to lead the design, development, maintenance and scalability of our future data infrastructure. This role is crucial in enabling data-driven decision-making, powering self service analytics and business insight into marketing, operations and product.

You will own the full data platform strategy: from ingestion and modelling to orchestration and business intelligence delivery.

What You Will Do

• Leadership & Strategy: Define and drive the data platform vision aligned with business goals. Build and mentor the data team while promoting a data-driven culture.
• Data Operations: Establish a centralised service desk for data requests. Implement SLAs, streamline workflows, and use insights to improve data processes and automation.
• Infrastructure & Architecture: Manage scalable data infrastructure (BigQuery, Airflow, dbt). Ensure systems support real-time data, ML, and analytics needs.
• Data Modelling & Governance Enforce high standards for data quality, modelling, and compliance. Drive documentation, lineage, and governance practices.
• BI & Analytics Enablement: Lead BI platform delivery (ThoughtSpot), build reusable models, and support self-serve analytics across teams.
• Cloud Platform Management: Optimise cloud resources (GCP, AWS), embed observability, and evaluate new tech for efficiency and scalability.

What We're Looking For

• 7+ years of experience in data engineering, data platform management, or architecture, with 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in the iGaming, entertainment, or high-traffic consumer industry.
• Deep expertise with SQL (BigQuery or equivalent) and at least one major cloud platform (GCP or AWS).
• Strong proficiency in Airflow,and dbt and knowledge of 3rd party tools (AirByte) including orchestration, dependency management, and CI/CD practices.
• Extensive experience in data modelling, schema design, and cloud warehousing.
• Hands-on exposure to BI tools such as ThoughtSpot, Looker, or Tableau.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills — able to translate technical strategy and reporting requirements into business impact.
• Strong understanding of data privacy and data protection relevant to GDPR and regulated industries.

What We Offer

At MrQ, we take pride in providing an array of fantastic benefits to our valued team members. Enjoy a competitive salary package that recognizes your hard work and dedication. Need some extra time off? We've got you covered with additional leave days, and we believe in celebrating life's special moments, including your birthday, with dedicated birthday leave. Family matters to us, too, which is why we offer a generous four-week parental leave. Your well-being is our priority, supported by international health and life insurance. Stay motivated with wellness incentives and seize opportunities for personal and professional growth with our growth allowance. Embrace a flexible working environment that caters to your needs, and join our friendly and multinational team, where collaboration and camaraderie flourish. At MrQ, we're committed to ensuring that your experience with us goes beyond just a job – it's a fulfilling journey with a supportive community.

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values and celebrates diversity. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we believe that a diverse and inclusive environment leads to innovation and success. We actively promote equal opportunities for all employees and strive to create a space where everyone's voices are heard and respected. Join us in our journey to build a truly inclusive workplace where every person can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

To help our recruitment team work efficiently, please apply to the role that best matches your skills and experience. Our team will consider you for other similar roles as well