Lead Data Engineer at PulteGroup

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Requirements

Deep technical expertise in architecting, building, and optimizing enterprise-scale data solutions
Strong leadership skills to guide and mentor data engineering teams
Experience with data platform architecture, performance optimization, reliability, and scalability
Proficiency in designing and implementing complex data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and integration strategies
Knowledge of DataOps practices and automation for data delivery
Expertise in Microsoft Fabric and leading migrations from legacy systems
Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions for data capabilities and cost efficiency
Skills in ensuring data quality, security, compliance with regulatory standards, and governance
Experience monitoring and optimizing database performance, troubleshooting complex data issues
Capability to provide escalation support for critical production issues, including after-hours
Senior-level experience (Career Level P4) managing large projects, coaching, reviewing, and delegating work with limited oversight

Responsibilities

Mentor and coach junior data engineers; foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Define and implement the organization’s data engineering strategy, aligning with business objectives and future growth
Represent the data engineering team in executive discussions and provide strategic guidance on data initiatives
Own the architecture and performance of the enterprise data platform, ensuring reliability and scalability
Lead the design and implementation of complex data pipelines, ETL/ELT processes, and integration strategies
Drive adoption of DataOps practices and automation for efficient data delivery
Lead the migration from legacy systems to Microsoft Fabric, ensuring seamless integration and minimal disruption
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that enhance data capabilities and cost efficiency
Partner with business stakeholders, data scientists, and analysts to deliver data solutions that meet business needs
Ensure data quality, security, and compliance with regulatory standards
Maintain clear documentation for data processes, models, and tools
Monitor and optimize database performance; troubleshoot and resolve complex data issues
Provide escalation support for critical production issues, including after-hours when necessary
Contribute to the development of goals, planning efforts (budgets, operational plans), and manage large projects or processes

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Data EngineeringMicrosoft FabricData ArchitectureData PlatformAnalyticsETLCloud ComputingSQLPythonAzureBig DataData PipelinesLeadership

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What are the main responsibilities of the Lead Data Engineer role?

The role involves leading the data engineering team, architecting enterprise-scale data solutions, optimizing the data platform, and driving migration to Microsoft Fabric.

Is this a remote position or does it require working in an office?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the company culture like at PulteGroup?

PulteGroup fosters a culture that values ideas, champions inclusion, celebrates diversity, empowers team members to thrive, and supports personal and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

What skills or experience make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates will have deep technical expertise in data engineering, leadership skills to mentor teams, experience with data platform architecture, ETL/ELT processes, DataOps, and leading migrations to modern platforms like Microsoft Fabric.