Data Engineering Manager

Kavaliro is seeking a Data Engineering Manager to lead a dedicated team focused on building scalable data infrastructure. The role involves overseeing data engineering projects, optimizing workflows, and ensuring effective communication between teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a high-performing data engineering team by driving collaboration, growth, and accountability
• Set clear goals, provide strategic direction, and develop talent to ensure long-term success
• Manage and streamline team operations, bringing a deep understanding of data engineering challenges and optimizing workflows
• Oversee the end-to-end development lifecycle of data engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and technical excellence
• Implement and refine engineering best practices using agile methodologies while continuously improving workflows, tools, and processes
• Act as a bridge between engineering and other teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment on priorities
• Translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for business stakeholders
• Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies, integrating innovative solutions that enhance data infrastructure, scalability, and performance

Requirements:

• Strong Communication skills
• 5+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 5+ years in a management role
• Proven track record of successfully leading data engineering teams and delivering complex projects
• Deep knowledge of data engineering, preferably with experience in Snowflake and data visualization tools such as Looker, Tableau, and Domo
• Strong understanding of data pipelines, data warehousing, and ETL processes
• Ability to manage and scale a team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Proven experience in performance management, mentorship, and career development
• Strong analytical thinking with excellent decision-making abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• A strategic and results-driven approach to engineering and team leadership
• Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset