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Lead Data Engineer

Selby Jennings
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025 CLOSED ON 1/16/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Data Engineer position at Selby Jennings?

Join one of the top options market makers in the industry - a firm recognized for its innovation and cutting-edge technology. The company is undergoing a complete transformation in how it manages data and is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to help build a new, all-in-one data platform. In this role, you'll collaborate with business leaders across trading groups, research teams, historical data teams, and global offices.


Unlike traditional trading firms that rely on star traders, market makers depend on elite technologists to develop high-performance, data-intensive systems. If you're passionate about low-level optimization and want to work at the intersection of finance and technology, this is a unique opportunity.


What You'll Do

  • Architect and build a next-generation data platform, including ETL/ELT pipelines and migration projects
  • Partner with trading, research, and global teams to design scalable, high-performance real-time data solutions
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers, driving best practices and technical excellence


Who You Are

  • 5 years of experience in data engineering, including recent leadership experience
  • Hands-on experience with Databricks migration or similar technologies
  • Strong understanding of data governance principles
  • B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or a related field

Salary : $500,000 - $1,000,000

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