Lead Data Engineer

We are seeking a **Lead Data Engineer** to drive the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable data platforms, AI-powered data products, and enterprise-grade data services. This role goes beyond hands-on engineering to include **technical leadership, architectural decision-making, and cross-functional influence** across the organization.* Lead the **architecture, design, and implementation** of scalable data platforms and AI-enabled data products* Define and enforce **data engineering standards, best practices, and design patterns*** Own the **end-to-end lifecycle** of data pipelines, data services, and APIs from concept through production* Drive adoption of **AI/LLM capabilities** within data workflows and products* Partner with business stakeholders to **translate complex requirements into technical solutions*** Mentor and guide engineers, providing **technical leadership and code reviews*** Improve **system reliability, observability, and performance** across the data stack* Lead **technical decision-making** on tools, frameworks, and architecture* Ensure **data governance, security, and compliance** standards are embedded into systems* Collaborate across teams and contribute across the stack when needed* Applies emerging AI/LLM capabilities pragmatically, with curiosity and good judgment* Comfortable with discovery work: prototype, test, iterate, and validate before scaling* Adapts quickly as requirements and technical approaches evolve* Owns delivery end-to-end, driving work through production and refinement* Communicates openly, contributes to design discussions, and challenges assumptions constructively* Collaborates across teams and works across the stack when needed* Deep expertise in **data engineering fundamentals** (Python, SQL) with production experience* Proven experience designing **scalable, reliable data architectures and pipelines*** Strong experience with **AWS cloud ecosystem** (infrastructure, CI/CD, observability)* Hands-on experience with **AI-enabled applications and data pipelines*** Strong experience with **Snowflake (including Cortex AI)** or similar platforms* Expertise in **DevOps, containerization (Docker), and CI/CD pipelines*** Strong knowledge of **database systems** (Postgres, Aurora, or similar)* Experience with **Infrastructure as Code** (CloudFormation, Pulumi; Terraform a plus)* Experience integrating and leveraging **LLM developer tools** (Claude Code, Copilot, etc.)* Experience leading or mentoring engineering teams* Experience in **financial services or regulated environments*** Knowledge of **data governance, lineage, and security frameworks*** Experience designing **data products or internal platforms*** Familiarity with **front-end or full-stack development** for end-to-end ownership* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (quantitative disciplines also welcome)* **10+ years of experience** in Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or related fields* **2–4+ years of experience leading projects or teams** (formal or informal leadership)* Experience delivering **production-grade data platforms or AI-enabled systems*** Financial services experience is a plus but not required**Compensation Pay Range:** This position offers a competitive base salary range of $180,000–$200,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.What makes Harbor unique is our commitment to only partnering with the very best asset managers globally. This focus allows us to act in the best interests of our shareholders every day, and help them achieve their investment goals through active, cost aware investing. This approach has served us well, becoming one the largest and most highly regarded manager of managers in the industry.We take a similar approach with the people we hire, seeking the very best individuals that share our passion for putting shareholders first, and we are currently looking to grow our firm with talented, intellectually diverse people with excellent work ethic.If you are passionate about putting shareholders first and enjoy the unique nature of working with the very best asset managers in the world, click on "Apply" to start your application!
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