Director of Data Engineering

Director of Data Engineering

About the Company

An innovative online marketplace specializing in booking temporary meeting and event spaces.

Industry

Internet

Company Type

Privately Held, VC-backed

Founded

2013

Employees

51-200

Funding

$26-$50 million

Categories

• Internet
• Technology
• Services
• Business Services
• Collaborative Consumption
• Marketing Services
• Peer-to-Peer
• Sales
• Small and Medium Businesses

Specialties

Business Classifications

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Director of Data Engineering to lead our dynamic team. In this critical position, you will shape and evolve our data engineering vision, driving the development and scaling of data-intensive systems. Your technical expertise in modern, cloud-native data platforms, combined with your people management skills, will be vital for our success.

Your responsibilities will include overseeing the data engineering function, implementing technical vision, and executing hands-on data strategies. You will also build strategic partnerships, ensuring our data platform aligns seamlessly with business objectives while championing data quality and best practices across the organization.

Key Qualifications

Applicants should possess 8-12+ years of experience in data engineering and / or software engineering, with a solid track record in designing and maintaining scalable data systems. Strong architectural skills and leadership capabilities are paramount. We seek someone with deep knowledge of data modeling, transformation, and orchestration frameworks, who can effectively translate business challenges into actionable data strategies.

Ideal candidates are passionate about team building and possess excellent communication skills, allowing them to work effectively with cross-functional teams. We value individuals who are committed to instilling a culture of ownership and excellence within our data engineering team.

Hiring Manager Title

CTO

Travel Requirement

Less than 10%

Functions