
Director of Data Engineering – Platforms
Cotality
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Wisconsin • United States
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Salary
💰 $135,300 - $192,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Lead the development and implementation of our data engineering strategy, architecture roadmap, and technical standards.
- Oversee the design and evolution of our data ecosystem utilizing Data Vault methodologies and Data Mesh principles.
- Establish governance and quality frameworks across Bronze (raw), Silver (transformed), and Gold (consumption-ready) data layers.
- Partner with Product Management to align data platform capabilities with business objectives and market demands.
- Provide technical leadership and oversight for the data engineering team.
- Oversee the design and implementation of Snowflake data architecture including warehousing, marts, and access patterns.
- Direct the development of robust ETL/ELT processes using Matillion and other modern data integration tools.
- Guide the implementation of data quality monitoring, lineage tracking, and metadata management.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent professional experience with demonstrated capability.
- 8+ years of progressive experience in data engineering, data architecture, or related technical roles.
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing data engineering teams and initiatives.
- Extensive experience with modern data platforms, particularly Snowflake and cloud-based data solutions.
- Deep understanding of data modeling techniques including Data Vault, dimensional modeling, and data mesh concepts.
- Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT tools like Matillion and data integration patterns.
- Strong knowledge of SQL Server, Cosmos DB, and database technologies.
- Experience with Power BI or similar BI platforms and understanding of reporting architectures.
- Proven track record implementing data governance, quality, and metadata management solutions.
- Experience partnering with product teams and translating business requirements into technical solutions.
Benefits
- Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays, plus well-being and volunteer time off.
- Up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a baby stipend.
- Multiple medical plan options with mental health and wellness support offerings.
- 401(k) with company match and vesting after one year.
- $400 annual well-being stipend and tuition assistance up to $5,250.
- Recognition Rewards, Referral bonuses, exclusive discounts and more!
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
data engineeringdata architectureETLELTdata modelingSQLdata governancemetadata managementdata quality monitoringdata lineage tracking
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringcollaborationcommunicationstrategic planningoversightteam buildingalignment with business objectivesproblem-solvingtechnical leadership