Manager, Data Engineering

Manager, Data Engineering

The Manager of Data Engineering leads the design, development, and operations of Starkey's enterprise data engineering platforms and core data warehouse, while steering their evolution toward a modern hybrid architecture. This role combines deep technical leadership, team development, and cross-functional partnership to deliver reliable and scalable data solutions that support global 24/7 operations.

Starkey is a world leader in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced hearing technologies. We are in the business of connecting people and changing lives. Our teams come to work each day focused on ensuring people everywhere have the products and services they need to hear better and live better.

Founded in 1967 by Bill Austin, Starkey is known for our cutting-edge hearing health innovations, industry-leading research and development, and not being afraid to push the edge of what's possible.

We are headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, have over 5,000 employees in 29 facilities across the globe, and do business in more than 100 markets worldwide.

The Manager of Data Engineering is responsible for leading the design, development, and operations of Starkey's enterprise data engineering and core data warehouse. This role oversees data integration, transformation, and movement across cloud and on‑premise platforms. This role manages a team of software developers and data engineers across experience levels and partners closely with source‑system and analytics teams to ensure data reliability and accessibility. The team provides 24/7 operational support for Starkey's headquarters and global facilities.

Provide ongoing leadership, oversight and alignment of IT's data engineering services to meet business operational needs

Prioritize and lead the work of the team

Collaborate with employees and leadership to support career development and growth

Identify and provide learning opportunities to ensure the team remains current with evolving technologies

Apply modern data architecture principles to enhance Starkey's data warehousing capabilities

Together with the Enterprise Analytics team, develop and execute a roadmap transitioning from traditional warehousing to a hybrid architecture with a data warehouse, data lake(s), and SaaS data services

Collaborate with the Enterprise Analytics team and other stakeholders to understand desired outcomes and propose solutions to achieve those results

Support data cataloging and other corporate data initiatives

Identify and anticipate source data requirements

Develop ETL architecture standards and policies and develop ETL processes for the organization

Support data quality standards and drive initiatives to cleanse data

Collaborate with business and IT partners to understand their needs and define data requirements and models.

Lead the collection of new data and the refinement of existing data sources to meet customer needs

Ensure follow-up with customers to certify that the resolution of problems maintains customer satisfaction.

Lead the establishment and maintenance of KPIs for team performance and service delivery

Maintain expertise and vendor relationships in our primary data tools

Research and evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements

Mentor and coach peers on new technologies

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience required.

7+ years' experience as a Data Engineer, ETL Developer, Data Architect, or Database Administrator.

4+ years' experience specifically with ETL and data warehousing.

4+ years' experience in a manager or technical leadership role.

Strong knowledge of databases and performance monitoring/management tools

Expertise in data warehousing techniques, design, and best practices

Knowledge of data lake/lakehouse concepts

Experience with cloud data platforms

Knowledge and technical skills in ETL techniques and tooling

Strong organizational skills required.

Excellent written and verbal skills required.

High attention to detail required.

Strong interpersonal skills required.

Excellent technical writing skills required

Ability to lead through change and drive continuous improvement

Standard office environment. This position participates in a 24/7 on-call rotation. The rotation schedule varies based on team size

The target pay rate for this position is between $121,660 – $147,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include: geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.

The following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, include medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match, company-paid life and short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, employee assistance plan, hearing aid benefits, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, paid floating holidays, paid volunteer service day, paid paternity and maternity leave and tuition reimbursement.