Director of Data Engineering – Platforms

Cotality

Director of Data Engineering at Cotality leading data transformation initiatives and data architecture frameworks. Collaborating with product teams to drive actionable business intelligence.

Posted 4/11/2026full-timeRemote • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $135,300 - $192,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudETLMatillionSQLVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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!

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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