Technical Manager (Data)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Posted 14 hours ago | Updated 14 hours ago

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Able to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

databricks
AWS

Job Details

At ValueMomentum Inc, we are always looking to strengthen our organization by adding the best available talent to our workforce. ValueMomentum s Business Unit is focused on levelling the playing field for our Banking, Insurance and HealthCare industry Customers so that they can compete on an equal footing with the largest of their competitors.

Job Title: Data Technical Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Technical Manager to lead our data engineering and analytics initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in modern data architectures, hands-on experience with Databricks, and deep expertise in AWS cloud services. You will be responsible for managing a team of data engineers and analysts, driving the design and implementation of scalable data solutions, and ensuring data quality, governance, and performance across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor a team of data engineers and technical analysts.
  • Architect and implement scalable data pipelines using Databricks, Apache Spark, and Delta Lake.
  • Oversee the deployment and optimization of data infrastructure on AWS (e.g., S3, Redshift, Glue, EMR, Lambda).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data needs and deliver actionable insights.
  • Ensure data governance, security, and compliance best practices are followed.
  • Drive the adoption of modern data engineering practices, including CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and data observability.
  • Manage project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations.
  • Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies to enhance the data platform.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in data engineering or analytics, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Proven expertise in Databricks and Apache Spark.
  • Strong experience with AWS data services (e.g., S3, Redshift, Glue, Athena, Lambda).
  • Proficiency in SQL, Python, and Scala.
  • Solid understanding of data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, and data warehousing.
  • Experience with data governance frameworks and tools (e.g., Unity Catalog, AWS Lake Formation).
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with real-time data processing (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis).
  • Familiarity with machine learning workflows and MLOps.
  • Certifications in AWS or Databricks.
  • Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

About ValueMomentum:

ValueMomentum is a leading solutions provider for the global property and casualty insurance industry, supported by deep domain and technology capabilities. We help insurers stay ahead with sustained growth and high performance for enhancing stakeholder value and fostering resilient societies. Trusted by over 100 insurers, ValueMomentum is one of the largest services providers exclusively focused on the property and casualty. ValueMomentum is headquartered in Piscataway, NJ, with state-of-the-art delivery centers in Piscataway, NJ; Hyderabad, Pune, and Coimbatore in India; Toronto in Canada; and London in the United Kingdom.

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