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
• Hire and develop direct reports
• Lead the evolution of the Starkey core data warehouse
• Provide architectural/design guidance and support to data consumers
• Provide architectural/integration guidance regarding ETL and data sources
• Manage the team's interaction with internal customers and servicing of work requests and incidents
• Stay current with data technologies

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

Experience: 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.

Knowledge / Technical Requirements: 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.

Competencies, Skills & Abilities: 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.

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

Salary and Other Compensation: The target pay rate for this position is between $121,660 – $147,000 annually. This position is eligible for a bonus based upon performance results. There is no guarantee of payout.

Benefits: 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.