Director of Data Engineering

Job Description: Director of Data Engineering

Company Overview:

We are a high-growth sports tech company based in Atlanta, GA. Our mission is to leverage our data and technology to drive informed decision-making and empower our teams to achieve their goals. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Data Engineering to lead our data engineering team and shape our data infrastructure.

Reporting Structure:

The Director of Data Engineering will report directly to the Senior Director of Data Strategy, collaborating closely to align data engineering initiatives with the company's strategic objectives. This leadership role will require effective communication, strong managerial skills, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities:

Team Building and Leadership:

• Build and develop a high-performing team of data engineers to support business intelligence analysts and data scientists in their day-to-day operations.

• Provide mentorship, guidance, and career development opportunities to the data engineering team.

• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the data engineering function.

Data Infrastructure Strategy:

• Define and execute a long-term data infrastructure strategy that aligns with the company's overall goals and objectives.

• Drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable, reliable, and efficient data systems and pipelines.

• Identify emerging technologies and industry best practices to enhance the data engineering capabilities and drive innovation.

Data Governance and Quality:

• Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with data stakeholders across the organization to identify and address data quality issues and ensure data integrity throughout the data lifecycle.

Collaboration and Partnership:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, devops, data science and business intelligence, to enable data-driven decision-making, products and features.

• Develop strong relationships with external partners, vendors, and data providers to enhance data capabilities and access new data sources.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience (5+ years) in a leadership role, managing and growing a team of data engineers.

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, data engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.

• Deep understanding of data engineering concepts, technologies, and best practices, including data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, data warehousing, and data integration.

• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in data engineering, such as Python, SQL, and Spark

• Hands-on experience with cloud-based data platforms, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), or Microsoft Azure.

• Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality, and data security principles.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale data engineering projects on time and within budget.

Join our dynamic and fast-paced environment, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the data engineering function and drive impactful data-driven initiatives. If you're passionate about data, innovation, and leading high-performing teams, we invite you to apply for the position of Director of Data Engineering.