Engine
Engineering Manager (Data)
Job Summary
This role involves leading a data engineering team within a fast-growing travel platform company. Responsibilities include managing project lifecycles, optimizing workflows, and implementing engineering best practices using agile methodologies. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in data engineering, team management, and technical expertise in tools like Snowflake, Airflow, and data visualization platforms. The position emphasizes strategic leadership, effective communication, and staying current with industry trends to support the company's growth and innovation goals.
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Join Our Journey at Engine
At Engine, we’re revolutionizing work travel. Our modern travel platform isn’t just about booking trips; it’s about transforming how businesses and their teams experience travel. From seamless booking options with top airlines, hotels, and car rental providers to single-invoice billing and flexible trip modifications, we make travel not only easier to manage but also enjoyable. Backed by powerhouse investors like Telescope Partners, Blackstone, Elefund, and Permira, we’re growing fast—and we want you to be part of it.
Your Mission:
As part of the Engine team, you’ll play a vital role in an environment where innovation meets collaboration. Here’s what you’ll take charge of:
- 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.
What You’ll Bring to Engine:
We’re looking for someone who’s ready to make an impact and grow alongside us:
- Experience: 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.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of data engineering, preferably with experience in Snowflake, Airflow, and data visualization tools such as Looker, Tableau, and Domo. Strong understanding of data pipelines, data warehousing, and ETL processes.
- Leadership & Performance Management: Ability to manage and scale a team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Proven experience in performance management, mentorship, and career development.
- Problem-Solving & Communication: Strong analytical thinking with excellent decision-making abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Mindset: A strategic and results-driven approach to engineering and team leadership. Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset.
The Engine Edge: Perks & Compensation
We believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:
- Compensation: Competitive base pay tied to role and experience, with opportunities for bonuses, commissions, and equity.
- Benefits: Check out our full list at engine.com/culture.
- Environments for Success: Different roles have different needs in terms of the environments that drive success which is why we have a hybrid-hub model. Whether you are in one of our amazing offices or fully remote, we’ll make sure you have what you need to succeed.
Perks and benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and more.
Ready to Build the Future of Work Travel?
Join us on our mission to transform how work travel works—for businesses, for travelers, and for the industry. Apply now and let’s make travel simpler, smarter, and more enjoyable—together.
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