Lead Data Engineer

Overview

Lead Data Engineer

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for Homeowners, Communities, and Associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service, giving back to the communities in which we work and live, and fostering a culture of opportunity and growth for our Associates throughout their career. Lennar has been recognized as a Fortune 500 company and consistently ranked among the top homebuilders in the United States.

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• Lead and manage the data engineering team, including project planning, resource allocation, and performance management.
• Develop and enforce data engineering standards, processes, and best practices, ensuring consistency and quality across all data projects.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including business leaders, data scientists, and IT teams, to understand and prioritize data-related business needs and translate them into actionable technical requirements.
• Ensure data solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with the long-term goals of the organization, considering both current and future data needs.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies, tools, and methodologies that improve the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of data engineering practices.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of comprehensive data documentation, including data architecture diagrams, process flows, and technical specifications.
• Manage the team s technical debt, ensuring that legacy systems are modernized and that new solutions are built with maintainability and scalability in mind.
• Provide technical leadership in the resolution of complex data issues, guiding the team in troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts.

• Extensive experience with data pipeline orchestration tools (e.g., Apache Airflow, Prefect) and data integration platforms (e.g., Apache Spark, Glue).
• Extensive experience working on AWS data stack (Data engineering, Warehousing, AI/ML). Experience with AWS services such as Glue, EMR, Airflow, and related tools.
• Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Expertise in cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure) and big data ecosystems, with a focus on cost, performance, and scalability optimization.
• Proficiency in advanced data modeling (enterprise data warehouses, data lakes, data marts).
• Knowledge of data governance practices (data cataloging, data lineage, data quality management).
• Experience with enterprise data management frameworks (e.g., Master Data Management, metadata management).
• Advanced programming and scripting skills (Python, Java, Scala) for developing and automating data workflows.
• Experience with real-time data processing and event-driven architectures (e.g., Apache Kafka, Spark Streaming).

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in data engineering, with significant leadership and project management experience.
• Experience with AWS, Snowflake, Azure, AWS Glue, AWS App Flow, Prefect, dbt, S3, SQL, Python, Java.
• Exceptional ability to influence and engage senior leaders with data-driven insights.
• Expert in resolving complex, high-stakes problems with innovative solutions.
• Collaborative leadership style, with a focus on team success and integrity.
• Resilience, change leadership, and ability to drive transformative initiatives across departments.

At Lennar, we are committed to fostering a supportive and enriching environment for our Associates, offering a comprehensive array of benefits designed to enhance their well-being and professional growth. Our Associates have access to robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. The 401(k) Retirement Plan with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%, Paid Parental Leave, and an Associate Assistance Plan provide essential support.

Education Assistance, Adoption Assistance up to $30,000, and vacation, holiday, sick leave, and personal day policies are offered. Additional programs include a New Hire Referral Bonus, Home Purchase Discounts, and unique opportunities such as Everyone’s Included Day. Lennar Associates will have access to these benefits per Lennar’s policies and plan terms. Visit  for details. Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws.