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Data Engineering Manager

Sentara
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

Overview

The Data Engineering Manager is responsible for

  • Design and build a metadata-driven file ingestion framework on Databricks aligned with medallion architecture
  • Lead onboarding of datasets using pattern-based ingestion (not one-off pipelines)
  • Define and enforce data contracts including schema, keys, and data quality rules
  • Implement scalable ingestion patterns supporting header / no-header / schema evolution scenarios
  • Drive table-driven configuration model to eliminate dependency on static YAML-based onboarding
  • Integrate ingestion framework with governance tools (e.g., DataHub) for lineage, discovery, and ownership
  • Ensure strong data quality, auditability, and observability through centralized logging and control tables
  • Collaborate with business and source system teams to understand data semantics and define keys
  • Establish best practices for file ingestion, schema management, and incremental processing
  • Lead vendor teams to ensure delivery aligns with target architecture and platform standards

Education

  • BLD - Bachelor's Level Degree in computer science required
  • 15 years of experience in a complex computing environment may be considered in lieu of degree.

Certification/Licensure

  • Databricks Certification (Preferred)

Experience

  • 8 years in data engineering with strong experience in modern data platforms (Azure preferred)
  • Hands-on expertise in Databricks and PySpark for large-scale data processing
  • Strong understanding of medallion architecture (Bronze / Silver / Gold)
  • Experience designing metadata-driven or configuration-driven data pipelines
  • Deep knowledge of data ingestion patterns (batch, file-based, incremental loads)
  • Strong experience with data modeling concepts (keys, SCD, merge strategies)
  • Experience implementing data quality frameworks and validation rules
  • Proficiency in SQL and distributed data processing concepts
  • Experience with Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS) and file-based ingestion patterns
  • Familiarity with CI/CD, Git, and deployment practices in data engineering
    Preferred Experience
  • Experience with data catalog and governance tools (DataHub, Collibra, Alation, etc.)
  • Exposure to customer 360 / MDM / CRM data integration (Salesforce, Dynamics, etc.)
  • Experience working in healthcare or regulated environments (HIPAA, PHI handling)
  • Familiarity with Unity Catalog and data access governance models
  • Experience integrating data platforms with workflow tools like ServiceNow for access management
  • Exposure to event-driven ingestion patterns (file triggers, streaming, etc.)
  • Experience working in large-scale migration or modernization programs ,enterprise data platforms
  • Experience enabling self-service data access and governance
  • Familiarity with API-driven data integration patterns

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is:$116,729.60-$216,777.60. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

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

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