Manager of Data Engineering - Remote

Overview

SmarterDx is seeking a Manager of Data Engineering to lead and grow our data engineering team. In this role, you will oversee the implementation, integration, and maintenance of client data into SmarterDx products and services, ensuring the highest standards of data transformation, validation, resilience, and scalability. You will drive operational initiatives, enhance system robustness, and optimize data processes, while providing leadership and coordination to the data engineering team.

In Short

• Lead and mentor the data engineering team to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ensure data engineering efforts align with company needs, particularly supporting adjacent teams.
• Be accountable for all aspects of the team’s performance including velocity of feature delivery and quality.
• Oversee the standardization, normalization, and specialization of client data.
• Guide the design and implementation of robust ETL pipelines.
• Lead initiatives to enhance system resilience and improve instrumentation.
• Develop and enforce industry standards and best practices in data engineering.
• Coordinate a rotation of engineers to efficiently identify and address production data incidents.

Requirements

• 7+ years of data engineering experience, with time spent in a leadership role.
• Experience working in the healthcare industry involving clinical and/or billing/claims data.
• Proven track record in SQL, ELT processes, and data orchestration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a high-performing data engineering team.
• Strong operational thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Own and take full responsibility for initiatives from inception to successful implementation.
• Ability to assist the team in the codebase when necessary.
• Demonstrate versatility in navigating complex processes.
• Embrace a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision – Comprehensive plans with leading insurance providers.
• One Medical Membership – Free membership included if you enroll in a SmarterDx medical plan.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for birth or adoption.
• Remote-First Team – Work from anywhere in the U.S. with a $400 home office reimbursement stipend.
• Unlimited PTO & 10 Holidays – Including floating holidays.
• Learning & Development Budget – $500 per year for courses and resources.
• 401(k) with Traditional & Roth Options – Tax-advantaged retirement savings.
• Minimal Bureaucracy – A fast-moving, high-impact environment.
• Incredible Teammates! – Work alongside smart, supportive colleagues.