Director, Data Engineering - Houston, TX

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Job description

Position Summary:
At Empower, the Director of Data Engineering plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our data-driven initiatives. This position is crucial in leading the development and implementation of an innovative data analytics infrastructure, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, to support our transition to the Snowflake data lake and Enterprise Data Warehouse. Your leadership will directly impact the company's ability to harness data for strategic decision-making, driving innovation, and achieving our mission of expanding access to quality, affordable medication.

In this role, you will lead a talented team of data engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. You will oversee the seamless migration of existing data engineering processes to the Snowflake platform, ensuring that business operations remain uninterrupted, and data integrity is maintained. Your expertise in designing, developing, and implementing data pipelines using tools like FiveTran, Lambda Functions, Apache Hop, Data Build Tool (dbt), AirFlow, and PowerBI will be instrumental in supporting cross-functional teams, including Data Science, Analytics, and Information Technology (IT), to achieve broader business objectives.

Ensuring data quality, security, and compliance with industry standards and regulations will be a top priority. You will implement best practices for data governance and metadata management, with a strong emphasis on protecting sensitive information such as Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in compliance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. Your proactive approach to staying current with emerging technologies and industry trends will continually enhance our data engineering processes and tools.

We invite you to apply for this leadership role and contribute to our mission of producing innovative medications that help people live healthier, happier lives. Join us in driving the next phase of growth at Empower by leveraging the power of data to create a meaningful impact on our business and the lives of our customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Leads the development and implementation of data analytics and Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) infrastructure strategies, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering a culture of innovation within the data engineering team.

Oversees the migration to the Snowflake data lake, ensuring a seamless transition with minimal downtime and strong data integrity.

Designs and implements data pipelines and warehouses using tools like FiveTran, Lambda Functions, and Snowflake, integrating with Apache Hop, dbt, AirFlow, and PowerBI.

Collaborates with Data Science, Analytics, and business teams to ensure data engineering efforts align with broader company objectives and effectively communicates with stakeholders.

Ensures data quality, security, and regulatory compliance, implementing best practices in data governance and metadata management.

Continuously monitors emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance data engineering processes and tools.

Performs other duties as assigned.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.

Knowledge and Skills:
Proficiency in Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud technologies, including Lambda Functions and Batch.

Proficient in programming languages such as Python, R, Structured Query Language, and Scala. Experience in Scrum/Agile methodologies.

Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, with experience in building and scaling high-performing data engineering teams.

Strong problem-solving skills, focusing on innovation and effective solutions to complex technical challenges.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including those in pharmacy operations, marketing, sales, and IT.

Demonstrated success in bootstrapping and expanding high-caliber data engineering teams.

Key Competencies

Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.

Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.

Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments and objectives.

Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.

Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Values

People: Our people define who we are as a company, and we believe that understanding and addressing the needs of our team, clients, and community is fundamental to fostering a culture of support and growth.

Quality: Quality stands at the core of our mission, reflecting our commitment to excellence in every medication we produce.

Service: We are here to serve others. Every interaction with our patients, providers, employees and other stakeholders comes from a place of service.

Innovation: By continuously exploring new methodologies and embracing technology, we ensure that every solution we offer is at the forefront of pharmaceutical care.

Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Sciences, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years in data engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Experience with dbt, Apache Hop, AirFlow, Snowflake, PowerBI, Tableau, or Looker is highly desirable. Knowledge of Salesforce data is a plus.

Experience or strong interest in healthcare analytics, including pharmacy operations, patient data, and healthcare data management. Familiarity with regulated industry data, including PHI, PII, and HIPAA compliance.

Exposure to AI/ML, including working with ML models, data pipelines, and generative AI technologies. Knowledge of Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, and Knowledge Graphs is a plus. Experience with AI/ML applications in healthcare or the pharmaceutical industry is advantageous.

Experience thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and drive results.

Snowflake and AWS, AI/ML.

Benefits:
No-Cost Medication: Get your prescribed compounded medications at no cost, ensuring your health without the financial burden.

Onsite Health & Wellness - IV Therapy Drips: Rejuvenate with complimentary onsite IV Therapy drips, enhancing your well-being and energy levels.

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Options: Choose from three medical plans tailored to your needs, plus options for dental and vision coverage for you and your family.

Telehealth visits: Access board-certified Doctors anytime, anywhere for you and your family.

Paid & Volunteer Time Off: Enjoy paid time off for personal pursuits and contribute to causes you care about with volunteer time off.

Paid Holidays (8 scheduled; 2 floating): Celebrate with eight scheduled holidays and two floating holidays, giving you flexibility and time for personal traditions.

Life & AD&D Coverage: Secure your and your family's financial future with life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.

FSA (Flexible Spending Account): Manage healthcare expenses smartly with pre-tax dollars in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

401K Dollar-for-Dollar Up to 4%: Invest in your future with our 401K plan, featuring a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.

Company Paid Long-Term Disability: Provided at no cost, which replaces 60% of your income if you become disabled for a long period of time.

Flexible Schedules: Balance work and life seamlessly with our flexible scheduling options.

Rewards & Recognition Program: Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed - enjoy rewards and recognition beyond your paycheck.

Additional Voluntary Benefits

Accident Insurance: Pays a lump sum benefit to help cover expenses following an accidental injury.

Hospital Indemnity Insurance: Enhance your peace of mind with supplemental hospital insurance for unexpected stays.

Critical Illness: Protect your finances from the expenses of a serious health issue.

Short-Term Disability: Protect your income during illness or injury with short-term disability coverage.

Supplemental Life & AD&D: Add an extra layer of financial protection for you and your loved ones with supplemental life and AD&D coverage.
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