Engineering Manager

5 days ago


Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Xero Full time

About Xero

Xero is a global leader in cloud-based accounting software, empowering small businesses to simplify their financial management. Our innovative solutions help businesses automate routine tasks, surface actionable insights, and connect with the right data, advisors, and apps.

The Role of the Head of Engineering - Data

We are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to lead our data engineering team. As the Head of Engineering - Data, you will be responsible for leading a team of 45-50 talented engineers and driving the development of scalable data platforms and solutions. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and mentoring engineering managers to foster a high-performance culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
  • Ensuring alignment with Xero's broader product and engineering goals, as well as compliance with technical standards and best practices
  • Working closely with the Data Leadership team to manage delivery risks and ensure consistency in how we build and ship data solutions
  • Defining and implementing engineering best practices to drive efficiencies and innovation
  • Partnering with architecture and engineering leaders to design and develop scalable data platforms and solutions
  • Championing automation, documentation, and collaboration across the engineering workflow
  • Leading initiatives to enhance data quality, measurement, and governance

Why Join Xero?

Xero is a dynamic and innovative company that values diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance. We offer a range of benefits and programs designed to support the well-being and growth of our employees. These include:

  • Generous paid leave (plus statutory holidays)
  • Dedicated paid leave for physical and mental wellbeing
  • An Employee Assistance Program
  • Health insurance, life insurance, and income protection
  • Wellbeing and sports programmes
  • Employee resource groups
  • Paid parental leave for primary caregivers
  • An Employee Share Plan
  • Beautiful offices
  • Flexible working
  • Career development opportunities


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