MDM Sr Principal Engineer
Listed on 2026-07-18
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IT/Tech
Data Engineering
MDM Sr Principal Engineer
As a CBRE MDM Sr Principal Engineer, you will be at the forefront of transforming CBRE's enterprise data landscape, with Master Data Management central to this initiative. You will take ownership of our Reltio MDM platform, serving as the ultimate subject matter expert for all Reltio-related aspects. You will architect data models, design complex match/merge rules, and drive the technical vision for MDM across the entire enterprise.
This high-impact individual contributor role, reporting directly to the Senior Director of Data Governance and Engineering, requires you to bridge the gap between business strategy and technical execution, ensuring our master data is accurate, connected, and scalable. You will be embedded within a 20-person governance and engineering team, playing a crucial role in our data evolution. This job is part of the Software Engineering job function.
They are responsible for successfully executing and monitoring system improvements to increase efficiency.
To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 10+ years of relevant experience in Master Data Management (MDM) implementation at an enterprise scale. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Deep expertise in Reltio MDM solutions, including extensive hands-on experience with L3 configuration, Reltio API, and UI configuration.
- Mastery of MDM concepts, entity resolution, graph databases, and data governance frameworks.
- Proficiency with modern data stacks (e.g., Snowflake, AWS) and integration platforms (e.g., Snap Logic, REST APIs).
- Demonstrated ability to translate ambiguous business requirements into scalable Reltio data models and survivorship workflows.
- Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of driving technical projects from concept to production and explaining complex MDM concepts to diverse stakeholders.
- Independent judgment skills to determine methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for measuring success.
- Ability to recognize and resolve situations of substantial significance in a field of expertise or knowledge.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Must be meticulously organized and have a masterful inquisitive mindset.
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people.
At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
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