Data Engineering Director

COURIER

Remote, USA
$140,000.00; not specified; not specified py
Remote
Python for data pipelines
Data extraction via apis and scraping
Bigquery optimization
You'll lead a small team of data engineers supporting fast-moving newsrooms and different functions across the organization

Job Summary

  • You'll lead a small team of data engineers supporting fast-moving newsrooms and different functions across the organization.
  • This is equal parts technical leadership and individual contribution: architect solutions, write code, and guide your team through the daily chaos of journalism's unpredictable timelines.
  • Courier Newsroom offers Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO), 11 paid holidays a year, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), full suite of health benefits, $500 home office reimbursement, 401k, and flexible working arrangements.

Matching Summary

You'll lead a small team of data engineers supporting fast-moving newsrooms and different functions across the organization.

Salary

$140,000.00; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python for data pipelines
  • Data extraction via APIs and scraping
  • BigQuery optimization
  • Dagster+ orchestration
  • dbt transformation frameworks
  • Engineering leadership and mentorship

Nice-to-have

  • Pragmatic delivery under pressure
  • Clear communication with non-technical stakeholders
  • Building maintainable systems
  • Managing expectations with leadership

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience with REST APIs
  • Track record of technical mentorship
  • Team management experience

Work Rights

U.S.-based

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