Data Engineering Manager/Hybrid/Chicago/Retail/eCommerce
Listed on 2026-06-05
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Engineering
Data Engineer, Data Science Manager
A company in the retail distribution space is hiring for a Data Engineering manager in the Chicago area. Our client is a large, well-established global distributor that quietly powers millions of businesses every day through technology, logistics, and data. They’re known for long-term stability, strong leadership principles, and a culture that values pragmatic engineering over hype. Engineers here get the scale of a Fortune 500 with the autonomy to actually build.
This is a hands-on Manager, Data Engineering role leading a small, senior team building modern, cloud-native data platforms that support machine learning, analytics, and finance. You’ll define technical direction while still staying close to Kafka streaming, Airflow orchestration, and scalable data foundations. It’s ideal for a working leader who enjoys mentoring while owning real business impact.
Required Skills & Experience- 5+ years managing and leading engineers
- Python
- SQL
- Snowflake
- AWS
- Kafka
- Prior experience with large companies
- 100% backend development
- 50% hands on engineering
- 50% hands off people management
- Bonus eligible
You will receive the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Vacation Time
- Stock Options
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.
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