Head of Data Engineering & Platforms

Innovation at the core. Powering a smarter future.

At Vector, we believe innovation is the key to a cleaner, more connected future. By embracing new ideas, forging strong partnerships and pioneering technologies that make energy more resilient and accessible, we’re setting new standards for our customers, and our industry.

Powered by Data

At Vector, we’re accelerating the energy transition by harnessing the power of data.

Our cloud-first data platforms, developed in partnership with AWS and Snowflake, process high-frequency energy and IoT data at scale, enabling real-time insights that drive smarter, more resilient energy solutions. We leverage advanced analytics, automation, and AI to optimise network performance, support decarbonisation, and deliver innovative services for our customers and communities. From edge-to-cloud automation to AI-powered grid management, Vector is shaping a future where data is at the heart of every decision.

If you’re passionate about building a cleaner, more connected future, join us. The future isn’t waiting - we’re building it now.

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The role

In this exciting new role, you will be responsible for shaping the technical future of Vector’s data ecosystem and lead the teams building it. On a typical week, you can expect to:

• Serve as Vector’s senior technical authority for all data platform and engineering decisions.
• Design, govern, and evolve the full data ecosystem, spanning modern cloud platforms (AWS, Snowflake) and legacy on-prem environments.
• Drive the development of cloud-first data platforms that process high-frequency energy and IoT data at scale.
• Enable real-time insights, advanced analytics, automation, and AI that power smarter, more resilient energy solutions for customers and communities as well as optimise network performance, support decarbonisation, and deliver innovative services.
• Lead Platform Engineering and Data & AI Engineering teams, balancing operational reliability, engineering excellence, and future-focused innovation.
• Guide migration and modernisation efforts, embedding automation, CI/CD, and best practices.
• Collaborate with Data Delivery, Governance, BI & Analytics, Architecture, and Cyber Security to ensure a robust, compliant, and future-ready data ecosystem.
• Champion a culture where data is at the heart of every decision from edge-to-cloud automation to AI-powered grid management.

Who are we looking for?

You’re an experienced technical leader with a passion and excitement for building robust, future-ready data platforms that accelerate the energy transition. You will bring with you:

• 12+ years’ proven experience across large-scale data engineering and platform functions, cloud architecture, and infrastructure.
• A wealth of technical expertise in AWS, Snowflake, and modern data engineering tools (Coalesce, Fivetran, Python, SQL, etc.).
• Proven experience leading migration from on-premise SQL to cloud platforms, including defining migration strategies and execution.
• Strong background in DevOps, DataOps, CI/CD, and automation within data engineering environments.
• Strategic mindset balancing technical innovation, cost management, and operational reliability.
• Excellent collaboration and influence skills across technical and business stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to build, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams.
• Passion for automation, engineering craft, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Motivated by the opportunity to shape a data ecosystem that enables real-time insights, smarter energy solutions, and a cleaner, more connected future.

Why Vector

We know that great energy starts with great people, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can be, do and achieve your best:

• Enhance your wellbeing, protect your future and empower your personal and professional growth through our benefits package
• Supercharge your career through internal opportunities, our progression scheme, tailored development plans and investment in your learning and growth
• We value diverse perspectives, which drive innovation and creativity. We encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work, embracing ideas that challenge and inspire
• Build a legacy doing work that matters - we’re keeping the lights on across Auckland, and driving a sustainable energy future for New Zealand.

Apply now!

We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for.

Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.

We know that some people may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet every single requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply anyway - your skills, enthusiasm, and unique perspective could be just what we’re looking for.

Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.