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Head of Data Engineering, Financial Platform - Remote

Posted Yesterday
Software Development
Full Time
USA
$239,600 - $359,400 USD/year

Overview

The Head of Data Engineering for the Financial Platform will lead the team responsible for the financial data backbone, managing data warehouses and lakehouse systems to support Block's payment and money movement flows.

In Short

  • Lead and grow the FinPlat data engineering team.
  • Own the strategy and architecture for financial data pipelines.
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders to shape data needs.
  • Raise the quality and performance of financial data systems.
  • Ensure accurate operational decision making for finance and product teams.
  • Experience in leading or managing engineering teams for over 4 years.
  • Proficient in SQL and Python.
  • Experience with large scale data systems on Snowflake or Databricks.
  • Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical discussions.
  • Ability to guide AI-first patterns in data systems.

Requirements

  • 12+ years of experience in data engineering or related fields.
  • Experience in designing and scaling distributed data systems.
  • Deep understanding of financial data domains.
  • Experience with orchestration frameworks like Airflow and cloud services.
  • Knowledge of data modeling, validation frameworks, and AI readiness.
  • Ability to partner with finance and product teams.
  • Experience coaching engineering leaders.
  • Strong communication skills.

Benefits

  • Remote work options.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Flexible time off.
  • Retirement savings plans.
  • Modern family planning benefits.
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Blockchain.com

Blockchain.com is the world's leading software platform for digital assets, providing the largest production blockchain platform globally. The company is dedicated to building an open, accessible, and fair financial future through innovative software solutions. With a focus on compliance and operational excellence, Blockchain.com is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment, particularly within the cryptocurrency and blockchain technology sectors.

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