Senior Engineering Manager, Data Engineering

<div class="content-intro"><h3><strong>About Engine<br></strong></h3> <p>At Engine, we’re transforming business travel into something personalized, rewarding, and simple. For too long, managing travel and spend has been overwhelming and fragmented — we’re here to change that. We believe the future of travel should be seamless and powered by technology that delights customers at every step. That’s why we’re building a platform that brings together corporate travel, a powerful charge card, and modern spend management in one place.</p> <p>To make this vision real, we’re looking for exceptional, mission-driven people to help redefine how businesses manage and experience travel.</p> <p>More than 20,000 companies already rely on Engine to support over 1 million travelers and billions in annual bookings each year. Cash flow positive with rapid growth, we pair exclusive Engine-only rates, industry-leading rewards, and intelligent automation to help businesses save money while delivering world-class personalization and convenience.</p> <p>Backed by Telescope Partners, Blackstone, and Permira, Engine has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing travel and fintech platforms in North America, with honors including the Deloitte Fast 500 and Built In’s Best Places to Work.</p></div><p><em>We’re seeking a Senior Data Engineering Manager to lead the re-architecture of our data warehouse and drive the expansion of our data platform. This is a high-impact opportunity to build scalable infrastructure that integrates multiple data sources into unified, accessible views. Over the next few months, the focus will be on migrating data pipelines to a modern architecture, improving governance, and enabling better internal data sharing. We’re looking for a strategic leader with deep experience in tools like Snowflake, Airflow, dbt, and Airbyte, who can guide both the technical direction and the growth of a high-performing team.</em></p> <p><strong>Your Mission:</strong><strong><br></strong>As part of the Engine team, you’ll play a vital role in an environment where innovation meets collaboration. Here’s what you’ll take charge of:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Lead a high-performing data engineering team</strong> by driving collaboration, growth, and accountability. Set clear goals, provide strategic direction, and develop talent to ensure long-term success.</li> <li><strong>Manage and streamline team operations</strong>, bringing a deep understanding of data engineering challenges and optimizing workflows.</li> <li><strong>Oversee the end-to-end development lifecycle</strong> of data engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and technical excellence.</li> <li><strong>Implement and refine engineering best practices</strong> using agile methodologies while continuously improving workflows, tools, and processes.</li> <li><strong>Act as a bridge between engineering and other teams</strong>, ensuring clear communication and alignment on priorities. Translate complex technical concepts into actionable insights for business stakeholders.</li> <li><strong>Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies</strong>, integrating innovative solutions that enhance data infrastructure, scalability, and performance.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You’ll Bring to Engine:</strong><strong><br></strong>We’re looking for someone who’s ready to make an impact and grow alongside us:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Experience:</strong> 5+ years of experience in engineering, with at least 5 years in a management role. Proven track record of successfully leading data engineering teams and delivering complex projects.</li> <li><strong>Technical Expertise:</strong> Deep knowledge of data engineering, preferably with experience in <strong>Snowflake, Airflow, and data visualization tools</strong> such as <strong>Looker, Tableau, and Domo</strong>. Strong understanding of data pipelines, data warehousing, and ETL processes.</li> <li><strong>Leadership &amp; Performance Management:</strong> Ability to manage and scale a team in a <strong>fast-paced, high-growth</strong> environment. Proven experience in performance management, mentorship, and career development.</li> <li><strong>Problem-Solving &amp; Communication:</strong> Strong analytical thinking with excellent decision-making abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li> <li><strong>Education:</strong> Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).</li> <li><strong>Mindset:</strong> A strategic and results-driven approach to engineering and team leadership. Adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset.</li> </ul> <p>Evergreen Status:</p> <p><em>We accept applications for this role on an ongoing basis. We review applications as they are received and encourage interested candidates to apply early.</em></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p data-start="62" data-end="438"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong data-start="62" data-end="78">Compensation<br></strong></span><br data-start="78" data-end="81">Our compensation packages are based on several factors, including your experience, expertise, and location. In addition to a competitive base salary, total compensation may include equity and/or variable pay (OTE). Your recruiter will share your complete compensation package as you move through the process.</p></div><div class="title">Base Pay Range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$184,280</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$255,000 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>The Engine Edge: Perks &amp; Compensation</strong><strong><br></strong>We believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:</p> <ul> <li><strong>Compensation:</strong> Competitive base pay tied to role and experience, with opportunities for bonuses, commissions, and equity.</li> <li><strong>Benefits:</strong> Check out our full list at<a href="https://engine.com/culture"> </a><a href="http://engine.com/culture">engine.com/culture</a>.</li> <li><strong>Environments for Success: </strong>Different roles have different needs in terms of the environments that drive success which is why we have a hybrid-hub model. Whether you are in one of our amazing offices or fully remote, we’ll make sure you have what you need to succeed.</li> </ul> <p><em>Perks and benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and more.</em></p> <p><strong>Ready to Build the Future of Work Travel?</strong><strong><br></strong>Join us on our mission to transform how work travel works—for businesses, for travelers, and for the industry. Apply now and let’s make travel simpler, smarter, and more enjoyable—together.</p></div>