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Data Engineering Director

BDG· Product – Engineering
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Hybrid (New York, NY)$165k - $190kFull-timePosted 11mo ago

About the role

Director of Data Engineering at Bustle Digital Group to lead, expand, and optimize data infrastructure, drive scalable data pipelines, and support data-driven initiatives across advertising, affiliate sales, and editorial content revenue streams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead & Grow the Team: Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing data engineering team to develop data-driven products that fuel revenue growth and business intelligence.
  • Drive Innovation & Best Practices: Design and implement best-in-class data systems and architecture, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and industry compliance.
  • Foster a Culture of Ownership: Encourage self-directed, accountable teams that take initiative and collaborate effectively.
  • Set Clear Objectives & Strategy: Define technical roadmaps, establish team goals, and align data initiatives with broader company objectives.
  • Optimize Data Systems: Enhance our data pipelines, storage, and analytics capabilities to support real-time insights and predictive modeling.
  • Mentor & Develop Talent: Provide technical and professional guidance to engineers at all levels, fostering career growth and leadership development.

Qualifications

  • Experienced Technical Leader: Proven track record in leading cross-functional and distributed engineering teams.
  • Strategic Thinker & Communicator: Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills with a user-centric approach.
  • Agile Advocate: Hands-on experience implementing agile methodologies, particularly Kanban.
  • Product-Driven Engineer: Experience developing data solutions for ad products, affiliate sales, or editorial platforms.
  • Mentor & Coach: Passionate about guiding both senior and early-career engineers, helping them grow technically and professionally.

Skills

Required:Data engineering leadershipData architectureAgile / KanbanProduct-focused data solutions

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation & Equity: Market-leading pay with annual reviews and stock options.
  • Unlimited PTO: Recharge and take the time you need.
  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.
  • Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan.
  • Flexible Work Options: Work remotely or collaborate in our NYC office.
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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