Director, Data Engineering, Cnn

CNN

Data platform architecture
Large-scale etl pipelines
Big data technologies (spark, snowflake, databricks)
Define and execute the CNN data strategy, supporting Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI teams

Job Summary

  • Define and execute the CNN data strategy, supporting Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI teams.
  • Oversee the design, development, and scaling of Data Platform capabilities that power journalism, advertising, and personalization.
  • Recruit, develop, and lead Data Platform teams, fostering an inclusive culture of innovation and collaboration.

Matching Summary

Define and execute the CNN data strategy, supporting Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI teams.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Data Platform Architecture
  • Large-scale ETL pipelines
  • Big data technologies (Spark, Snowflake, Databricks)
  • Cloud-based distributed systems
  • Data quality and governance
  • Team leadership and development

Nice-to-have

  • Media/streaming/e-commerce experience
  • Audience analytics and personalization
  • Advertising technologies
  • Fast-paced engineering culture
  • Cross-team collaboration

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years in software/data engineering
  • 5+ years in leadership roles
  • Proven track record building and scaling Data Platforms
  • 5+ years designing and leading ETL pipeline teams
  • Strong software engineering background
  • Experience defining data strategies
  • Exceptional communication skills

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