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Sr Manager, Data Engineering

Job ID 10101845 Location Georgia, United States / Remote, United States Business The Walt Disney Studios Date posted Dec. 06, 2024
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Job Summary:

The Walt Disney Company, a global leader in entertainment and technology, seeks a Senior Manager for The Walt Disney Studios' Business Platforms and Services Data Team. Walt Disney's legacy of innovatively engaging audiences worldwide continues to inspire our ventures—from theme parks, resorts, and cruise lines to sports, news, movies, and beyond. Each initiative is united by our commitment to delivering unforgettable experiences, and we are constantly seeking new ways to enhance these offerings.

We are seeking a visionary Senior Manager of Data Engineering to lead our dynamic team. This role is designed for a data-driven individual who is adept at modern data technologies and architectures. You will lead a talented team tasked with crafting sophisticated data frameworks that empower our decision-making and operational efficiencies. If you are passionate about building cutting-edge data solutions and leading through innovation, we invite you to help shape our future.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and scale the data engineering team, ensuring efficient execution of projects and adherence to best practices.
  • Develop and maintain a robust data architecture capable of supporting the needs of a rapidly growing organization.
  • Oversee the design and implementation of scalable data models and warehouses using Snowflake.
  • Leverage Airflow to streamline workflows and improve the integration of data processes.
  • Help set standards for onboarding, requirements, documentation, coding, branching, code reviews, deployments, support operations, platforms, analysis, automation, communication, maintenance, decommissioning, and other necessary processes.
  • Implement and optimize data transformation pipelines using dbt to ensure accurate and timely availability of data for analytics and business operations.
  • Collaborate with other leaders across the business to identify opportunities for data-driven decision-making and process improvements.
  • Support the business in uncovering, transforming, accessing, understanding, and exploiting data.
  • Exhibit soft social skills that are thoughtful and empathetic, necessary for managing a large team and numerous customers.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of data engineering tools and trends, continuously improving the team’s use of technology.
  • Manage project planning and resource allocation for maximum efficiency and impact.
  • Create value through the increased adoption of data; understand the data science and business intelligence landscape to guide the adoption of the right tools and processes.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 10 years of experience in data engineering
  • Advanced experience and knowledge of AWS, Snowflake, Airflow, and dbt.
  • Strong understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and data warehousing principles.
  • Advanced experience with algorithms and data structures.
  • Proven experience in building and deploying enterprise-scale solutions.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a track record of leading high-performing teams.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes.

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About The Walt Disney Studios:

For over 95 years, The Walt Disney Studios has been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today it brings quality movies, episodic storytelling, music, and stage plays to consumers throughout the world. The Walt Disney Studios encompasses a collection of respected film studios, including Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures. It is also home to Disney Theatrical Productions, producer of world-class stage shows.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Traveling Lab, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Studios.

The Traveling Lab is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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