Data Strategy and Engineering Lead

A leading real estate investment and operations firm is looking for a Data Strategy & Engineering Lead to spearhead their company-wide data transformation. This is a full-time, permanent position with an expectation of being onsite 4 days/week in their Boston office.
This organization is undergoing a major shift in how it uses data across every part of the business-from leasing and operations to finance and development. They are seeking a hands-on leader who can architect modern data infrastructure, drive adoption of AI-powered tools, and partner with cross-functional teams to turn raw data into strategic insights. Required Skills & Experience

• 6+ years of experience in data engineering, analytics, or business intelligence
• Strong proficiency in Python and SQL
• Deep experience with Azure (Data Factory, Synapse, Azure SQL), or equivalent cloud platforms like AWS or Google Cloud Platform
• Proven ability to design and scale data infrastructure and pipelines
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field
• Excellent communicator who can translate technical work into business value
• Familiarity with generative AI, LLMs, and APIs (e.g., OpenAI) is a strong plus

What You Will Be Doing Daily Responsibilities

• Evaluate and redesign the company's data architecture to be scalable and future-ready
• Build and maintain robust ETL pipelines for both structured and unstructured data
• Create dashboards and reporting tools to enable real-time decision-making
• Partner with business teams to understand their data needs and deliver effective solutions
• Lead AI initiatives from ideation to deployment, particularly around generative AI and predictive analytics
• Champion data governance, quality, and best practices across the organization

You will receive the following benefits:

• High-impact role with influence across the organization
• Opportunity to lead AI integration in a traditional industry
• Full-time employment with competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and life insurance coverage

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.