Data Operations Engineer

AGORA DATA INC•Arlington, TX

1d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Operations Engineer to lead and oversee all aspects of our data operations and management. This role is critical in ensuring the integrity, quality, and availability of our data assets. The Director of Data Operations will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive data excellence, implement data governance, and support the organization's data-driven initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
Proven experience in a data operations or data management leadership role, with a track record of successfully managing and optimizing data assets.
Strong knowledge of data management, data warehousing, ETL processes, and data governance best practices.
Familiarity with data analytics and business intelligence tools.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and evolving work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Snowflake, DataBricks, AWS, etc.).
Knowledge of big data paradigms such as Map Reduce
Previous experience in industries with high data volume and complexity, such as finance or e-commerce.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive data strategy in alignment with the company's goals and objectives.
Define data-related KPIs and establish a roadmap for data operations.
Implement and manage data governance policies, standards, and processes to maintain data quality, security, and compliance with relevant regulations.
Oversee the acquisition and ingestion of data from various sources, ensuring that data is accurate, complete, and timely.
Manage and optimize data warehousing infrastructure, ensuring data availability, scalability, and performance.
Establish data quality metrics and implement data cleansing and validation processes to maintain the accuracy and reliability of data assets.
Lead data integration efforts to ensure seamless data flow between systems and departments, enabling efficient data utilization.
Collaborate with data analysts and data scientists to support their needs for high-quality data, helping to uncover insights and trends that drive informed decision-making.
Manage and mentor a team of data professionals, including data engineers, data analysts, and data administrators.
Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Stay up-to-date with emerging data technologies and tools.
Evaluate and implement new solutions that enhance data operations and support business objectives.
Implement and maintain robust data security protocols to protect sensitive information and prevent data breaches.
Generate and present regular reports on data operations performance, data quality, and key metrics to senior leadership.